Wrasse – Secretive

Secretive Wrasse Care Tips:

Minimum Tank Size:  30 Gallons

Max Size: Up to 7.5cm (3″)

Diet: Carnivore

Temperament: Semi-aggressive

Lifespan: Up to 10 years

Scientific Name: Pseudocheilinus Evanidus

Other Common Names: Scarlet Pinstripe Wrasse, Striated Wrasse

Coral Safe: Yes

Invertebrate Safe: Yes

Approx. Purchase Size:  2 inches

The secretive wrasse, scientific name Pseudocheilinus Evanidus is a semi-aggressive fish. Their minimum tank size is 30 gallons. Secretive wrasses can grow up to 3” and can live up to 10 years. Secretive wrasses are carnivores and should be fed frozen meaty foods such as brine or mysis shrimp. Secretives should be kept singly. Secretives can be kept with other wrasses. Secretive wrasses are reef safe, they will not bother coral or invertebrates. Small ornamental shrimp may be preyed upon by the secretive wrasse. Secretive wrasses sleep in the rocks and will be swimming throughout the tank during the day. The secretive wrasse is also referred to as the scarlet pinstripe wrasse, the striated wrasse and the disappearing wrasse. Wrasses are known for jumping and require a tight fighting lid.