🐠 Six Line Wrasse (Pseudocheilinus hexataenia)
🐠 Six Line Wrasse (Pseudocheilinus hexataenia)
Marine Wrasse • Pest Control Specialist • Reef Aquarium Fish • Active Nano Predator
📋 The Six Line Wrasse (Pseudocheilinus hexataenia) is a vibrant reef fish recognized for its electric blue and orange striping and constant active swimming behavior.
In reef aquariums, it functions as a Natural Pest Control Specialist, helping reduce flatworms, bristleworms, and small unwanted invertebrates.
Its compact size makes it suitable for smaller reef systems, though it can become territorial in confined spaces.
With stable water conditions and proper tankmates, it thrives as an Energetic Reef Utility Wrasse in established marine aquariums.
💡 Highlights
✨ Six Vibrant Horizontal Lines: Striking neon coloration
🐟 Compact Reef Wrasse: Suitable for medium reef tanks
🧠 Natural Pest Hunter: Controls small nuisance invertebrates
🌊 Highly Active Swimmer: Constant movement through rockwork
🏠 Reef Safe: Safe with corals and most invertebrates
🧾 A Quick Look at the Six Line Wrasse
📛 Common Name: Six Line Wrasse
🔬 Scientific Name: Pseudocheilinus hexataenia
👨👩👧 Family: Labridae
🌍 Origin: Indo-Pacific
📏 Max Size: 8–10 cm (≈ 3–4″)
💧 pH Range: 8.1–8.4
🌡️ Temperature Range: 24–27 °C (≈ 75–81 °F)
🧠 Care Level: Beginner–Intermediate
💖 Temperament: Semi-aggressive (territorial toward wrasses)
🌿 Reef Safe: ✅ Yes
🏠 Min Tank Size: 120 L (≈ 30 gallons)
📌 Tank Level: All Levels
🧬 Captive Bred: ❌ No
🌿 Wild Caught: ✅ Yes
⏳ Lifespan: 5–8 years
🍽️ Diet: Carnivore
🐣 Reproduction: Egg layer
















