{"product_id":"scott_s-fairy","title":"Scott Fairy Wrasse (Cirrhilabrus Scottorum)","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eScott’s Fairy Wrasse (\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"22\"\u003eCirrhilabrus scottorum\u003c\/i\u003e)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eScott’s Fairy Wrasse\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is often called the \"King of the Fairy Wrasses\" due to its large size,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e bold personality,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and incredibly complex color patterns.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Found across the South Pacific—with stunning variations appearing in the waters of Australia,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Cook Islands,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and Fiji—it is a prize for any reef keeper who has the space to accommodate its high-energy lifestyle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eKey Information\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Scott’s Fairy Wrasse,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Multicolored Fairy Wrasse\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"17\"\u003eCirrhilabrus scottorum\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e South Pacific (Fiji,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Cook Islands,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Coral Sea,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e GBR)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMax Size:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 13–15 cm (approx.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 5–6 inches)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 5–8 years\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"13\"\u003eSemi-aggressive\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (One of the \"bossiest\" fairy wrasses)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,6,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDiet:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Carnivore – Planktivore\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,7,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,7,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Easy to Moderate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAppearance \u0026amp; Identification\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScott’s Wrasse is famous for having \"everything everywhere all at once\" when it comes to color:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Body:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Typically a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"22\"\u003edeep teal or forest green\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e base that can shift to navy blue depending on the angle of the light.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe \"Splatter\":\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Most males feature a large,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e irregular \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"54\"\u003ebright red or crimson blotch\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e on their sides (flanks),\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e looking almost like a splash of paint.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Fins:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The dorsal and anal fins are often edged in yellow or orange,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e while the tail (caudal fin) is typically rounded and bordered in a dark,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e contrasting color.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eGeographic Variations:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"27\"\u003eFiji\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e variant is often more green\/yellow,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e while the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"78\"\u003eAustralian\/Cook Islands\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e versions are much darker and more \"moody\" in their color.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBehaviour \u0026amp; Tank Compatibility\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Dominant Wrasse:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Unlike many of the shy,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e tiny wrasses,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Scott’s is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"70\"\u003ebold and assertive\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e It will quickly establish itself as a dominant fish in the mid-water column.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAggression:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e It can be quite territorial toward other fairy or flasher wrasses,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e especially those added \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"102\"\u003eafter\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e it has settled in.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eReef Safe:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"11\"\u003e100% Reef Safe\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e They do not bother corals,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e clams,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e or anemones.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTank Mates:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Best kept with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"27\"\u003elarger, active fish\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e like Tangs,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Angelfish,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and larger Wrasses.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Avoid keeping them with very timid species (like Firefish or small Gobies) in a small tank,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e as they might feel intimidated by the Scott’s speed and size.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eIdeal Tank Setup\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTank Size:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Because they are large and very fast swimmers,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e a minimum of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"71\"\u003e285L (75 Gallons)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is required.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A 4-foot (120cm) tank is the bare minimum for them to feel comfortable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eLid is Mandatory:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This cannot be stressed enough—Scott’s Wrasse is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"69\"\u003epowerful jumper\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Because of their size,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e they can easily knock over a loose-fitting lid.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Ensure your screen or glass cover is weighted or securely fastened.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eRockwork:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Provide a reef with plenty of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"40\"\u003ecaves and swim-throughs\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e At night,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e they lodge themselves into the rocks and create a mucus \"sleeping bag\" for protection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eLighting:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Their deep greens and teals look spectacular under \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"61\"\u003eLEDs with a high white\/blue balance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Without sufficient light,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e they can look almost black.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDietary Needs\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey have a massive appetite and high metabolism:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFeeding Frequency:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Feed \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"24\"\u003e2–3 times daily\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePreferred Foods:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Frozen mysis,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e enriched brine shrimp,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and chopped seafood.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e They also readily accept high-quality marine pellets and flakes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eColor Maintenance:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Their vibrant colors (especially the red blotch) can fade in captivity if they aren't getting enough vitamins.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Soak their food in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"149\"\u003evitamin supplements\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to keep them looking their best.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"20\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"20\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWhy Choose the Scott’s Fairy Wrasse?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"21\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScott’s Fairy Wrasse is for the hobbyist who wants a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"21\" data-index-in-node=\"53\"\u003e\"tough\" and visible\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e wrasse that won't hide in the rocks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e It is a hardy,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e long-lived fish that brings a sophisticated color palette to the aquarium.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e While it requires a larger tank and a very secure lid,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e its presence as a \"showpiece\" fish is undeniable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aquaristic Online","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45819301101802,"sku":"18891","price":160.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0854\/0866\/files\/Scott_s-Fairy-Wrasse.jpg?v=1769599964","url":"https:\/\/www.aquaristiconline.com.au\/products\/scott_s-fairy","provider":"Aquaristic Online","version":"1.0","type":"link"}