Female Scotts Fairy Wrasse?

[chuck78]

Hey Everyone, I was just wondering if anyone knows of a website where I can order a female Scotts Fairy Wrasse (Australian Breed)? I've found a Scotts "Super Male" & I need to find a female or three to ensure that the male does'nt lose his color.

 

[BL1]

With only females in the tank, the "super male" will still lose his colors. They need the same hierarchical harem they have in the wild to maintain those colors. Meaning you'd need to have the super male, immatures, females, submales, and are under constant threat of predation and reproduction influences.

But, to answer your question, Scott's wrasses are pretty hard to come by, especially the Aussie ones. The only thing I could tell you is to talk to your LFS about asking their wholesaler or keep your eyes open on LA.

 

[chuck78]

I don't even know why someone would even bother with buying this fish if it's gonna be all that to it :(

 

[chuck78]

Thanx for your input BL :(

 

[BL1]

I know what you mean, I was looking at rhomboid fairy wrasse super males a few months ago and really wanted one until I read that ...