Fish · Wrasse

Six-line Wrasse

8 cm Lifespan 4–6 years
Six-line Wrasse
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Beginner friendlyVery good
Community tankGood
Care levelEasy
Food habit & dietCarnivore: protein pellets and frozen foods such as mysis, brine shrimp and bloodworm. Feed small portions once or twice a day.
Suitable climate · UAE noteMarine tank: stable 24–27°C needed. In summer use a fan or chiller; never place the tank near a window.
Heat tolerance 3/5
Water typeMarine (saltwater)
Tank sizeMin. 120 L
pH range8.1–8.4
Water temperature24–27°C
Tank matesCan bully small timid fish
OriginIndo-Pacific
Average lifespan4–6 years
Origin & historyThe Six-line Wrasse comes from Indo-Pacific.
Tank careWeekly 20–30% water change with dechlorinated water; test ammonia, nitrite and nitrate.

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