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Six Line Wrasse

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FishsaltwaterReef-safeMedium

Six Line Wrasse

Pseudocheilinus hexataenia

Colorful wrasse with six horizontal lines. Eats parasitic flatworms and pyramidellid snails.

Min Tank30 gal
Temp72-80F
pH8.1-8.4

Tank Mates

  • Larger or equally feisty fish

Feeding Tips

Marine pellets, mysis, brine shrimp. Hunts pests in the rock.

Care Level

Intermediate: can become a bully

Beginner Tip

Add LAST: they establish territory and may harass new fish added afterward.

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