Six Line Wrasse

Six-Line Wrasse Care Guide

Scientific Name: Pseudocheilinus hexataenia
Common Names: Sixstripe Wrasse, Six-line Wrasse
Origin: Indo-Pacific

Temperament

Semi-aggressive; can be territorial towards similar-shaped fish, especially in smaller tanks.

Reef Compatibility

✅ Reef Safe – Excellent for controlling pyramidellid snails and other pests.

Tank Requirements

• Minimum Tank Size: 30–55 gallons

• Aquascape: Plenty of live rock with crevices for hunting and hiding

• Water Parameters:

  • Temp: 72–78°F

  • pH: 8.1–8.4

  • Salinity: 1.023–1.025

  • dKH: 8–12

Diet

Carnivore – naturally hunts pests but accepts:

• Mysis and brine shrimp

• Marine pellets and flakes

• Copepods and amphipods

• Frozen preparations

Size

Grows up to ~3" (7.5 cm)

Notes

• Excellent pest controller for reef aquariums

• Very active swimmer that constantly hunts

• May harass smaller, shy fish or other wrasses