Of the many species of fairy wrasse which make their way into the aquarium trade, few can rival Cirrhilabrus lanceolatus for its sheer beauty, rarity, and desirability. This species is one of the true holy grails for labrid collectors, with only a small number of specimens finding their way into [...]
Back in February, I wrote about a beautiful and mysterious Cirrhilabrus that had recently been documented from the Ogasawara Islands of Japan. It created quite a bit of conversation amongst scientists and aquarists alike. Was this a newly discovered species? Was it a hybrid, and, if so, what was [...]
The Cirrhilabrus fairy wrasses represent one of the most diverse and beloved groups of reef-associated fish, popular with both aquarists and divers alike for their beautiful colors and spectacular mating displays. There are currently more than fifty species recognized and several other potentially [...]