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Can a Whip Fin Fairy Wrasse Live With a Yellow Tang?

✓ Compatible in most tanks

Verdict from our compatibility engine, assuming a typical 90-gallon reef tank. Score: 87/100.

Why

  • Fully compatible — Whip Fin Fairy Wrasse is a good fit for this tank
  • Fully compatible — Yellow Tang is a good fit for this tank

Both species at a glance

Whip Fin Fairy Wrasse

Cirrhilabrus filamentosus

Aggression:
peaceful
Min tank:
90 gallons
Reef safe:
safe
Diet:
carnivore

Full Whip Fin Fairy Wrasse care guide →

Yellow Tang

Zebrasoma flavescens

Aggression:
semi-aggressive
Min tank:
75 gallons
Reef safe:
safe
Diet:
herbivore

Full Yellow Tang care guide →

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