Can a Whip Fin Fairy Wrasse Live With a Yellowband Wrasse?
~ Possible with cautionVerdict from our compatibility engine, assuming a typical 90-gallon reef tank. Score: 53/100.
Why
- Known conflict: Multiple fairy wrasse (Cirrhilabrus) males fight unless the tank is 100g+
It can work if…
- Known incompatibility — these species are documented to conflict
Both species at a glance
Whip Fin Fairy Wrasse
Cirrhilabrus filamentosus
- Aggression:
- peaceful
- Min tank:
- 90 gallons
- Reef safe:
- safe
- Diet:
- carnivore
Yellowband Wrasse
Cirrhilabrus luteovittatus
- Aggression:
- semi-aggressive
- Min tank:
- 75 gallons
- Reef safe:
- safe
- Diet:
- carnivore