Ruby-Headed Fairy Wrasse
Cirrhilabrus chaliasi
- Group: Wrasse
- Typical depth: 8–20 m
- Max size: 6.5 cm
- For divers: safe
Males of this ruby headed fairy wrasse flash colour over rubble zones with patchy coral cover, between about eight and twenty metres. Like its kin, the species changes sex, with the largest fish becoming a display male.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Labridae › Cirrhilabrus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 1531887.
FAQ
- How deep does the Ruby-Headed Fairy Wrasse live?
- The Ruby-Headed Fairy Wrasse (Cirrhilabrus chaliasi) is typically found at 8–20 m.
- Is the Ruby-Headed Fairy Wrasse dangerous to divers?
- The Ruby-Headed Fairy Wrasse is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Ruby-Headed Fairy Wrasse get?
- The Ruby-Headed Fairy Wrasse grows to about 6.5 cm.