A colourful and energetic reef fish renowned for its striking stripes, active personality, and natural pest-hunting abilities.
The Sixline Wrasse is one of the most popular wrasses in the marine hobby, featuring six vibrant horizontal stripes running the length of its body. Constantly weaving through rockwork and exploring every corner of the aquarium, this active fish brings endless movement and character to reef tanks. In addition to its stunning appearance, the Sixline Wrasse is valued for helping control nuisance pests such as flatworms and small unwanted invertebrates.
Need to Know:
Recommended For: Beginner to advanced marine aquarists
Minimum Tank Size: 100L
Temperature Range: 24–27°C
pH Range: 8.1–8.4
Diet: Carnivorous – frozen mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, marine pellets, copepods, and other meaty foods
Compatibility: Reef safe but can become territorial towards other wrasses and similarly shaped fish as it matures
Maximum Size: 10cm
Why You'll Love It: Stunning striped colouration, constant activity, useful pest-control behaviour, and loads of personality.
