{"product_id":"pintail-fairy-wrasse","title":"Pintail Fairy Wrasse","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"66\" data-end=\"378\"\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"70\" data-end=\"94\"\u003ePintail Fairy Wrasse\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(\u003cem data-start=\"96\" data-end=\"120\"\u003eCirrhilabrus isosceles\u003c\/em\u003e), also known as the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"141\" data-end=\"174\"\u003eSplendid Pintail Fairy Wrasse\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a small, vibrantly colored marine fish belonging to the Labridae family. Native to the Indo-Pacific, it is prized by aquarists for its vivid hues, peaceful nature, and striking elongated “pintail.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"380\" data-end=\"393\"\u003eKey facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"394\" data-end=\"709\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"394\" data-end=\"443\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"396\" data-end=\"443\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"396\" data-end=\"416\"\u003eScientific name:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"417\" data-end=\"441\"\u003eCirrhilabrus isosceles\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"444\" data-end=\"468\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"446\" data-end=\"468\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"446\" data-end=\"457\"\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eLabridae\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"469\" data-end=\"533\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"471\" data-end=\"533\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"471\" data-end=\"488\"\u003eNative range:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eWestern Pacific (Japan to the Philippines)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"534\" data-end=\"572\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"536\" data-end=\"572\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"536\" data-end=\"553\"\u003eMaximum size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e~5 in (12–13 cm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"573\" data-end=\"606\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"575\" data-end=\"606\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"575\" data-end=\"589\"\u003eTank size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e≥50–90 gallons\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"607\" data-end=\"647\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"609\" data-end=\"647\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"609\" data-end=\"625\"\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ePeaceful, reef-safe\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"648\" data-end=\"709\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"650\" data-end=\"709\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"650\" data-end=\"659\"\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eCarnivorous; small crustaceans and frozen foods\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"711\" data-end=\"744\"\u003eAppearance and identification\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"745\" data-end=\"1118\"\u003eMales display brilliant shades of orange, pink, blue, and yellow, with two distinctive horizontal purple or blue stripes and a pointed, triangular tail fin that gives the species its common name. Females and juveniles are paler, usually yellowish-orange, providing natural camouflage. Like other fairy wrasses, individuals can change sex from female to male as they mature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1120\" data-end=\"1144\"\u003eBehavior and habitat\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1145\" data-end=\"1486\"\u003eIn the wild,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1158\" data-end=\"1172\"\u003eC. isosceles\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003einhabits coral reef slopes and rubble zones at depths of 10–25 meters. It is typically observed in small harems, with one dominant male and several females. The species is diurnal and highly social, spending daylight hours actively foraging for tiny invertebrates and sheltering among coral heads when threatened.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1488\" data-end=\"1505\"\u003eAquarium care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative overflow-hidden transition-[max-height,opacity] duration-300 ease-out mt-1 mb-5 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:mt-4\" aria-hidden=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid grid-flow-dense grid-cols-3 grid-rows-2 gap-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group\/search-image @container\/search-image relative rounded-[inherit] border-token-border-default h-full w-full border-[0.5px] col-span-2 row-span-2 rounded-se-md rounded-ee-md rounded-ss-xl rounded-es-xl\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Pintail Fairy Wrasse adapts well to captivity when provided with a stable, mature reef aquarium. A minimum tank volume of 50–90 gallons with abundant rockwork and hiding spots is recommended. It thrives on a varied carnivorous diet—mysis shrimp, enriched brine shrimp, copepods, and quality pellets. Because it is a strong jumper, a tightly fitted lid is essential. It coexists peacefully with most reef-safe species but may show mild aggression toward similar wrasses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEcology and conservation\u003cbr\u003eAlthough not currently threatened, Cirrhilabrus isosceles populations depend on healthy coral ecosystems. Habitat degradation from coral bleaching and unsustainable collection practices pose long-term risks. Responsible sourcing for the aquarium trade helps support sustainable reef management.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group\/search-image @container\/search-image relative rounded-[inherit] border-token-border-default h-full w-full border-[0.5px] rounded-se-xl rounded-ee-md rounded-ss-md rounded-es-md\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Angel Reef Aquarium Systems","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51505752441128,"sku":null,"price":195.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0978\/6930\/0008\/files\/FullSizeRender_1024x1024_2x_21d341ac-c6fd-497e-a5a8-63be12e578f7.webp?v=1772592244","url":"https:\/\/angelreefaquariums.com\/products\/pintail-fairy-wrasse","provider":"Angel Reef Aquarium Systems","version":"1.0","type":"link"}