Tono's Fairy Wrasse Care Guide
Cirrhilabrus tonozukai is a small Indonesian fairy wrasse of current-swept hard-bottom reefs that feeds on zooplankton; it is peaceful and reef compatible.
Overview
Cirrhilabrus tonozukai, Tono's fairy wrasse, is a small marine wrasse of the family Labridae from the western central Pacific. Males are distinguished by a long dorsal filament and a red anal fin.
Taxonomy
- Family: Labridae
- Genus: Cirrhilabrus
- Scientific name: Cirrhilabrus tonozukai
Habitat
FishBase records the species from the western central Pacific, specifically Indonesia. It occurs over open hard-bottom substrates with algae and sparse coral growth, usually in strong-current zones, at depths of about 15 to 40 m, and lives in small groups.
Tank requirements
- Minimum tank volume: 300 L
- Temperature: 24-26 °C (75-79 °F)
- pH: 8.1-8.4
- dKH: 8-12
- Specific gravity: 1.024-1.026
- Maximum size: about 7.5 cm total length (FishBase)
- Lifespan: 4-8 years
As an accomplished jumper, this fairy wrasse requires a securely covered aquarium.
Diet
Tono's fairy wrasse is a carnivore with a trophic level around 3.3 and takes small planktonic prey. In aquaria it accepts meaty frozen and prepared marine foods in several small daily feedings.
Compatibility
It is a peaceful, mid-water fairy wrasse for reef communities with clownfish, tangs, anthias and gobies. Aggressive damsels and triggerfish should be avoided.
Reef compatibility
The species is reef safe and does not harm corals or ornamental invertebrates.
Conservation status
IUCN Red List: Data Deficient (assessed 2009).