The Splendid Pintail Wrasse (Cirrhilabrus isosceles) is a small, colorful wrasse found in the Indo-Pacific Ocean. These delightful fish exhibit a wide range of colors, but most individuals have an orange or pink body adorned with blue stripes and orange fins1. Let’s explore more about this captivating species:
- Origin: The Splendid Pintail Wrasse originates from Japan to the Philippines and prefers the rubble areas of outer reefs.
- Color Variability: Their hues can vary depending on their mood, and during courtship, males display increased color intensity.
- Aquarium Compatibility: These peaceful and active fish thrive in a fish-only or reef aquarium of 90 gallons or larger. They won’t bother corals or invertebrates, making them ideal for reef tanks.
- Diet: Their diet should include vitamin-enriched frozen mysis shrimp, frozen brine shrimp, and other meaty foods, along with high-quality marine flakes and pellets.
- Size: The Splendid Pintail Wrasse reaches a maximum length of approximately 5 inches.
Next time you explore the ocean’s wonders, keep an eye out for the Splendid Pintail Wrasse—a living masterpiece of nature!
