Scarlet Pin Stripe Wrasse
The Scarlet Pin Stripe Wrasse is also referred to as the Secretive Wrasse or Striated Wrasse. This gorgeous fish is a deep red to maroon color with multiple faint horizontal stripes running the length of the body to the gill covering. A pale blue stripe or marking is present under each eye.
It requires a 30 gallon or larger aquarium with a generous supply of hiding places and live rock in which to forage for food. It will sometimes act aggressively towards peaceful Wrasses, so ideally it is best to introduce this species last to the aquarium. It will search for live foods in the form of small crustaceans such as pyramidellid snails (clam parasites), commensal flatworms, and bristleworms, making this fish an ideal candidate for the reef aquarium.
| Specifications |
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| Species: Scarlet Pin Stripe Wrasse (also known as Secretive Wrasse or Striated Wrasse) |
| Color: Deep red to maroon with faint horizontal stripes and pale blue markings under each eye |
| Minimum Tank Size: 30 gallons |
| Water Conditions: Stable saltwater environment with live rock and hiding places |
| Feeding: Forages for live foods such as pyramidellid snails, flatworms, and bristleworms |
| Compatibility: Best introduced last; may be aggressive toward other peaceful wrasses |
FAQ
What is the typical coloration of the Scarlet Pin Stripe Wrasse?
The fish has a deep red to maroon body with multiple faint horizontal stripes running from the head to the gill cover, and a pale blue stripe or marking under each eye.
What kind of tank setup is required for this wrasse?
A 30-gallon or larger aquarium with live rock and ample hiding places is recommended to provide foraging space and security.
Is the Scarlet Pin Stripe Wrasse compatible with other wrasses?
It may act aggressively toward peaceful wrasses, so it is best to introduce this species last in the aquarium.
Andrew Allan –
The Scarlet Pin Stripe Wrasse adds a striking visual presence to my reef tank. Its vibrant red and maroon color with subtle stripes is very eye-catching. I provide plenty of live rock and it spends most of its time foraging in the crevices. It’s been a few months now and it’s still active and healthy. I introduced it last, which helped avoid any conflicts with other wrasses.
Warren Arnold –
This wrasse is beautiful and quite active. I noticed it searching for small crustaceans in the rock. The pale blue markings under the eyes are distinctive. I made sure to have a large tank with hiding spots, and it seems to be adjusting well. A bit cautious at first, but now it’s exploring more freely.
Joe Oliver –
Great addition to my reef system. The coloration is vivid and the fish is very curious. It doesn’t dominate the tank and instead forages quietly. I feed it small live foods like bristleworms and it seems to enjoy them. It’s a peaceful presence once it’s settled in.