Social wrasse (Cirrhilabrus rubriventralis)

Scientific name: Cirrhilabrus rubriventralis Springer & Randall, 1974

The Social wrasse (Cirrhilabrus rubriventralis) is a marine fish of the family Labridae. In the aquarium it needs water at 24–28°C (75–82°F). Native range: Western Indian Ocean, northern Red Sea; Oman and Sri Lanka.

Social wrasse care at a glance

Temperature: 24–28°C (75–82°F)

Biology

Inhabits fringing reefs, over coral or rubble bottoms. Feeds on zooplankton in the water column.

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Species facts

Scientific name: Cirrhilabrus rubriventralis
Family: Labridae (Wrasses)
Order: Perciformes (Perch-like fish)
Class: Actinopterygii (Ray-finned fishes)
Maximum length: 7.5
Depth range: 3–43 m (10–141 ft)
Environment: Marine; reef-associated; depth range 3 - 43 m, usually 3 - 43 m
Climate: Tropical
Distribution: Western Indian Ocean: northern Red Sea; Oman and Sri Lanka.
Conservation status (IUCN): Least Concern (LC), IUCN Grouper and Wrasse Specialist Group
Threat to humans: Harmless
Uses: Aquarium: commercial
Resilience: High, minimum population doubling time less than 15 months (Preliminary K or Fecundity.)