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The Marjorie's fairy wrasse (Cirrhilabrus marjorie) is a saltwater fish of the family Labridae that grows up to 6 cm.
Description
The Marjorie's fairy wrasse is a small, colourful fairy wrasse (Labridae) from the southwest Pacific, around Fiji. The species grows to about 6 cm; dominant males are brightly coloured and flush in courtship, while females are plainer. Males are red-orange with yellow and blue accents. As a reef-dweller it hovers in groups above coral-rubble slopes and picks small zooplankton. It changes sex. The fish is harmless to humans and is prized in the aquarium trade.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Marjorie's fairy wrasse?
The Marjorie's fairy wrasse has a torpedo-shaped body and is mainly red-orange.
Where does the Marjorie's fairy wrasse live?
The Marjorie's fairy wrasse lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Oceania: Fiji
How big does the Marjorie's fairy wrasse get?
The Marjorie's fairy wrasse grows to a maximum of about 6 cm.
Is the Marjorie's fairy wrasse dangerous to humans?
No, the Marjorie's fairy wrasse is harmless to humans. This species is harmless to humans. No specific first aid is needed. Still handle the fish with care: mind the fin rays and the sharp edges of the gill cover, and rinse any scratch with clean water and cover it. For a dirty or deep wound check tetanus status.
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Same genus Cirrhilabrus
More from the family Labridae
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