{"product_id":"lineatus-fairy-wrasse","title":"Lineatus Fairy Wrasse","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"67\" data-end=\"369\"\u003eThe Lineatus Fairy Wrasse (\u003cem data-start=\"94\" data-end=\"117\"\u003eCirrhilabrus lineatus\u003c\/em\u003e) is a species of reef fish in the wrasse family (Labridae), native to the western Pacific Ocean. Renowned for its striking coloration and peaceful temperament, it is a prized species in marine aquaria and an indicator of coral reef health in the wild.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"371\" data-end=\"384\"\u003eKey facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"385\" data-end=\"609\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"385\" data-end=\"433\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"387\" data-end=\"433\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"387\" data-end=\"407\"\u003eScientific name:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"408\" data-end=\"431\"\u003eCirrhilabrus lineatus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"434\" data-end=\"458\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"436\" data-end=\"458\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"436\" data-end=\"447\"\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eLabridae\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"459\" data-end=\"504\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"461\" data-end=\"504\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"461\" data-end=\"473\"\u003eHabitat:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eCoral reefs (depths 20–50 m)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"505\" data-end=\"574\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"507\" data-end=\"574\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"507\" data-end=\"524\"\u003eDistribution:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eGreat Barrier Reef, Coral Sea, Papua New Guinea\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"575\" data-end=\"609\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"577\" data-end=\"609\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"577\" data-end=\"592\"\u003eAdult size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eUp to 10–12 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"611\" data-end=\"626\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"627\" data-end=\"965\"\u003eMales of the Lineatus Fairy Wrasse display vivid hues of blue, orange, yellow, and purple, often accentuated during courtship. Females and juveniles are smaller and less colorful, with pinkish or pale tones. Like many wrasses, this species exhibits sexual dimorphism and can change sex from female to male as part of its social structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"967\" data-end=\"991\"\u003eHabitat and behavior\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"992\" data-end=\"1269\"\u003eThis wrasse inhabits outer reef slopes and drop-offs, favoring areas with strong water movement and abundant coral cover. It is diurnal and highly social, forming small harems led by a dominant male. Individuals feed primarily on zooplankton carried by currents above the reef.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1271\" data-end=\"1302\"\u003eReproduction and life cycle\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1303\" data-end=\"1617\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1303\" data-end=\"1394\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1305\" data-end=\"1394\"\u003eC. lineatus* practices haremic breeding, where a single male guards a group of females.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1395\" data-end=\"1481\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1397\" data-end=\"1481\"\u003eSpawning occurs near dusk, releasing eggs that drift with plankton until hatching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1482\" data-end=\"1617\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1484\" data-end=\"1617\"\u003eSequential hermaphroditism allows the largest female to transition into a male when needed, ensuring social balance within the group.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1619\" data-end=\"1636\"\u003eAquarium care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1637\" data-end=\"1952\"\u003eIn captivity, the Lineatus Fairy Wrasse is valued for its hardiness and vibrant coloration. It requires a well-oxygenated, covered reef aquarium of at least 75 gallons, as individuals are known jumpers. A peaceful community with non-aggressive tankmates and live rock structures helps mimic its natural environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1954\" data-end=\"1977\"\u003eConservation status\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1978\" data-end=\"2256\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eThe species is not currently listed as threatened, but its dependence on healthy coral reef ecosystems makes it vulnerable to habitat degradation and climate change impacts such as coral bleaching. 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