Six-line Wrasse (Pseudocheilinus hexataenia)

Six-line Wrasse

Pseudocheilinus hexataenia

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A great pest hunter that can turn bossy toward shy fish added after it. Jumps, so keep a lid on.

In a reef: may pick at small shrimp.

Adult size
3 in
Smallest tank
30 gal
Keep them in groups of
1+
Temperature
74–82 °F
pH
8–8.4
Food
Carnivore: frozen foods; hunts pests like flatworms

Gets along with

Easy corals it leaves alone

Care ranges are typical hobby guidance and vary by source and by where the animal came from. Ask your supplier and watch your own tank. Spot a mistake on this page? Let me know.