The Red Head Solorensis Fairy Wrasse (Cirrhilabrus solorensis) is a brightly colored and active marine fish belonging to the family Labridae.

Distribution and Habitat

Found in the western Pacific around Indonesia and the Philippines, commonly inhabiting steep reef slopes and coral drop-offs.

Physical Description

Features a bright red head with a purple and blue body, with males showing heightened coloration and reflective blue lines when displaying.

Diet and Feeding

Carnivorous, feeds on zooplankton in the water column, eagerly consuming small meaty frozen foods like mysis and calanus.

Behavior and Reproduction

Plankton pickers that are peaceful toward tankmates and known jumpers that require a secured aquarium lid.

Aquarium Care

Requires 50+ gallons with a tight lid. It is reef-safe, peaceful, and can be kept in groups with one male and several females.

Conservation Status

Classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.