Six Line Wrasse - Pseudocheilinus hexataenia

The Six Line Wrasse is a stunning and practical addition to any aquarium. This vibrant fish not only enhances the visual appeal of your tank but also offers significant benefits. With its elongated body adorned in blue and purple hues, accented by striking orange stripes, the Six Line Wrasse can grow up to 4 inches. It's suitable for tanks of 29 gallons or more. Due to their tendency to jump when startled, ensure your aquarium has a secure lid without any gaps.

Active by nature, Six Line Wrasses spend their days foraging on live rock, snacking on small invertebrates. They excel at managing pests like bristleworms and pyramidellid snails, while generally coexisting peacefully with larger invertebrates, making them ideal for reef tanks. Although they are mostly peaceful, they may show aggression towards other wrasses.

As carnivores, Six Line Wrasses thrive on a diet rich in meaty foods. Offer them mysis and brine shrimp, along with high-quality pellets and flakes, to ensure their health. Providing the right diet and environment will make the Six Line Wrasse a valuable addition to your aquarium.

• Temperament: Semi-aggressive
• Maximum Length: 4 inches
• Tank Requirement: 29 Gallons
• Diet: Carnivorous
• Color: Blue, Purple, Orange, Green
• Habitat: Indo-Pacific Ocean, Red Sea, Indonesia, Fiji
• Reef Safe: Yes
• Skill Level: Beginner
• Water Parameters: 74-82F, SG 1.020-1.027, pH 7.9-8.5
• Alternate Names: Sixstripe Wrasse, Six-line Wrasse

Size Categories: Tiny: Up to 0.75", Small: 0.75-1", Small/Medium: 1-1.25", Medium: 1.25-1.5", Medium/Large: 1.5-1.75", Large: 1.75-2.25", Extra Large: 2.25-3", Extra Extra Large: Over 3"