Neptune’s rating:
64- Common NamesSix-line Wrasse, Sixstripe Wrasse
- Conservation StatusLeast Concern
- DifficultyModerate
- HardinessResilient
- Liters per Fish75 L
- OriginIndo-pacific Region
- pH8.1 - 8.4
- PopularityModerate
- RarityUncommon
- Temperature22.0 - 26.0 °C
- Territorial BehaviourHighly Territorial
- VibrancyVery Vibrant
Please note: These values are based on the average of various confirmed sources.
More about Six line wrasse
The Six line wrasse (Pseudocheilinus hexataenia) is a brightly colored marine fish that features six distinct horizontal blue lines running along its orange body, accented by a green and purple hue. This small, elongated species originates from the Indo-Pacific region. Recognizable by its vibrant coloration and active swimming patterns, it is a popular choice among aquarium enthusiasts, often praised for its ability to adapt to captivity and its utility in controlling pest populations in reef tanks.