Blue Stripe Fairy Wrasse

A Blue Stripe Fairy Wrasse needs swimming room above the rockwork and nearby cracks or caves to retreat into. Both fairy and flasher wrasses can launch themselves through small openings when startled, so check the cover around cables, pipes and feeding access before introducing the fish.

Offer small marine animal foods that suit the fish’s mouth, spread across several feeding opportunities. Mysis, other suitable frozen foods and appropriately sized prepared wrasse foods can be offered, with acceptance checked for the individual. Keep feeding accessible without requiring the fish to compete with relentless, aggressive eaters.

Confirm the scientific identification before mixing it with another wrasse. Similar trade names cover fairy and flasher species with different social strength and adult appearance. Provide a quiet introduction and watch for chasing or a fish that stays hidden during meals; attractive display colours do not establish compatibility.