Orange Back (or Backed) Fairy Wrasses are visually similar (and closely related) to Solorensis Wrasses, and while both are amazing, gorgeous fish in the home aquarium, Orange Back Fairy Wrasses are less frequently seen. They're fairly unique in that they don't really have any other common names. Scientifically, we know them as Cirrhilabrus aurantidorsalis. This name has both Latin and Greek portions. The Cirrus part comes from Latin and means curl or fringe; the labros part is Greek in origin and translates roughly as furious. The aurantidorsalis part is much more straightforward meaning orange backed. So, without further ado, we present to you the Furious Fringe Orange Back Fish. All in favor of a rename, click like.
Adding to the list of their desirable traits, Cirrhilabrus aurantidorsalis is very durable, and easy to keep fish. They're easy to feed too, as long as they aren't hiding during mealtimes, which might happen when you initially add them to the aquarium (kinda shy right away). They will soon learn to associate your presence tankside with food and stop bolting for cover when your shadow graces a doorframe. You should feed them a minimum of two times a day, and three or more would be even better. Their high activity level means they like many snacks to fuel that metabolism. Here we feed them a mix of Gamma foods including the full run of Brine Plus (Omega-3, Garlic and Spirulina) as well as Rotifers, Mysis, Chopped Prawn and Chopped Mussel. We also offer the Orange Backs Nutramar Complete Pellets which are imperative when ensuring that your fish get enough protein and a broad spectrum of vitamins and nutrients. Click here to learn more
Adding to the list of their desirable traits, Cirrhilabrus aurantidorsalis is very durable, and easy to keep fish. They're easy to feed too, as long as they aren't hiding during mealtimes, which might happen when you initially add them to the aquarium (kinda shy right away). They will soon learn to associate your presence tankside with food and stop bolting for cover when your shadow graces a doorframe. You should feed them a minimum of two times a day, and three or more would be even better. Their high activity level means they like many snacks to fuel that metabolism. Here we feed them a mix of Gamma foods including the full run of Brine Plus (Omega-3, Garlic and Spirulina) as well as Rotifers, Mysis, Chopped Prawn and Chopped Mussel. We also offer the Orange Backs Nutramar Complete Pellets which are imperative when ensuring that your fish get enough protein and a broad spectrum of vitamins and nutrients. Click here to learn more
