Six Line Wrasse
Pseudocheilinus hexataenia
Also known as: Sixline Wrasse, Six-Stripe Wrasse
A small, zippy wrasse with six horizontal orange lines on a purple body and a false eyespot on the tail. Popular for its appetite for flatworms and pyramidellid snails, making it a useful pest controller.
Tank Size
30 gal
minimum (55+ preferred)
Temperature
74–82°F
23–28°C
pH Range
8.1–8.4
water acidity
Max Size
3"
7.6 cm
Lifespan
4–6 years
typical in captivity
Swim Level
Middle
preferred zone
Care Notes
Hardy and active. Can become territorial once established, especially toward other small wrasses and timid fish. Add it last to reduce aggression. Provide plenty of rockwork.
Feeding
Frozen mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, and quality marine pellets. Will also hunt small pests in the tank.
Compatible Tank Mates
None identified.
Use Caution With
Incompatible With
Check Compatibility
Want to check if Six Line Wrasse is compatible with a specific fish? Use our compatibility checker to build your complete tank.