Scarlet Pin Stripe Wrasse (Pseudocheilinus evanidus)

Fish in the family Labridae. Moderate care. Reef Safe with Caution.

Quick facts

Scientific namePseudocheilinus evanidus

FamilyLabridae

Care levelModerate

Reef safetyReef Safe with Caution

TemperamentPeaceful

Dietcarnivore

Adult size3.5 in

Minimum tank size30 gallons

Water parametersTemperature: 72-78°F pH: 8.1-8.3 Salinity: 1.02-1.025

Feeding schedule2-3 times daily

Appearance

A slender wrasse with deep red to scarlet coloration striped with white or pale vertical lines running the length of the body. Maximum length around 3.5 inches with a sleek, elongated profile typical of pin-stripe wrasses.

Diet and feeding

Feed small meaty foods including mysis shrimp, chopped krill, and copepods. Offer food 2–3 times daily in small portions. This species is an active micro-predator that hunts small crustaceans on the reef in the wild.

Difficulty and care for the Scarlet Pin Stripe Wrasse

Moderate - Requires some experience due to specific dietary water or tank requirements. Best suited for intermediate aquarists.

Origin and habitat

Indo-Pacific region from the Great Barrier Reef to the Philippines and Indonesia.

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