Red-Lined Wrasse (Halichoeres biocellatus)
Fish in the family Labridae. Moderate care. Reef Safe.
Quick facts
Appearance
A small, slender wrasse with a distinctive red or orange line running horizontally along the body from gill to tail. The body is primarily white, cream, or pale green with red striping. Juveniles show more vibrant red coloration; adults become more subdued and may display greenish tones.
Diet and feeding
Feed small meaty foods including mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, and finely chopped fish flesh. Supplement with quality carnivorous pellets. Feed 1-2 times daily in small portions.
Difficulty and care for the Red-Lined Wrasse
Moderate - Requires some experience due to specific dietary water or tank requirements. Best suited for intermediate aquarists.
Common health issues
Parasitic infections, stress-induced diseases, poor feeding response in inadequate lighting
Origin and habitat
Indo-Pacific region, from the Red Sea through the Arabian Gulf to the western Pacific, including Hawaii and the Great Barrier Reef.
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