Pseudocheilinus evanidus
| Identification | A small, slender wrasse with a pinkish-white body and thin reddish-orange horizontal lines. Similar to the Six Line Wrasse but smaller and more cryptic. |
| Maximum Length | Up to 3 inches (7 cm) |
| Origin | Indo-Pacific — Red Sea to Polynesia |
| Minimum Tank Size | 30 gallons |
| Reef Compatibility | Yes — may eat very small flatworms and pyramid snails; generally reef safe |
Behavior
Secretive and shy, preferring to dart between rockwork. Less bold than the Six Line Wrasse. Useful as a natural predator of small flatworms and nuisance snails.
Diet & Feeding
Carnivore. Feeds on small invertebrates and zooplankton. Offer mysis shrimp and finely chopped meaty foods.