Six Line Wrasse

Six Line Wrasse

One of the most popular wrasses in the hobby, the Six Line Wrasse is known for its vibrant coloration, constant activity, and natural pest-hunting behavior. Featuring electric blue striping over an orange body, this species adds both utility and movement to reef aquariums.

🔵 Conditioned & Prepared – Actively Eating

Quick Facts

• Care Level: Easy
• Temperament: Semi-aggressive
• Reef Compatibility: Reef Safe
• Minimum Tank Size: 30 gallons
• Size: Ranging from approximately 2–4 inches at adult size

Behavior & Husbandry

Six Line Wrasses are highly active swimmers that spend most of their time weaving through rockwork in search of small pests and food. They are extremely hardy and adapt very well to aquarium life.

As they mature, they may become territorial, particularly toward other wrasses or similarly shaped fish in smaller systems. Providing plenty of rockwork and swimming space helps reduce aggression.

They are known jumpers, so a secure lid is highly recommended.

Feeding & Diet

Carnivorous and very easy to feed once conditioned.

What We Feed at Lush Corals:

• Frozen mysis shrimp
• Enriched brine shrimp
• High-quality pellets

In Your Aquarium:

• Frozen foods
• Pellets
• Small meaty foods

They are aggressive feeders and constantly hunt for small organisms throughout the aquarium.

Compatibility Notes

Compatible with:

• Tangs
• Clownfish
• Gobies
• Blennies

Use caution with:

• Other wrasses
• Timid or passive fish in smaller aquariums

Excellent utility fish for helping manage certain pests such as flatworms and small nuisance organisms.

Lush Corals Conditioning Process

This fish has been carefully conditioned and prepared prior to sale.

While certain species such as wrasses are not held through our full quarantine process, each fish is:

• Carefully inspected upon arrival
• Proactively dipped and treated
• Observed for health and behavior
• Conditioned to eat prepared foods

This ensures your fish arrives healthy, feeding, and well-adjusted, giving you a strong start in your aquarium.