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Six Line Wrasse

Pseudocheilinus hexataenia

The Six Line Wrasse is an attractive fish that shows of its colours more so when attracting a mate. The Six line wrasse can be housed with other fish with no problems; it can sometimes be boisterous with peaceful tank mates.

It requires a tank of 90 litres or larger with plenty of live rock to hide in as it is a shy secretive fish. The six line is a good reef fish, won't touch corals or inverts, but will eat small pyramidellid snail and flatworms. Wrasses will eat meaty foods like finely chopped sea foods and brine. They usually adapt well to frozen and even dried foods.

Approximate Purchase Size: Medium 2cm - 4cm

Due to variations within each species, your aquatic life may not look identical to the image provided.

Six Line Wrasse (Pseudocheilinus hexataenia)
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Fish Statistics

Minimum Tank Size:
90 litres
Diet:
Carnivore
Origin:
Fiji, Indo-Pacific
Temp (C):
22-27 C
Max Size:
7.5cm
Family:
Labridae
Reef Compatible:
Yes
Temperament:
Peaceful
pH:
8.1 - 8.4
Salinity:
1.020-1.025
Care Level:
Easy
Compatibility:
See Tank Mates Chart below

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