{"product_id":"scarlet-striated-wrasse-pseudocheilinus-evanidus","title":"Scarlet Pin Stripe Wrasse","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Scarlet Pin Stripe Wrasse, \u003cem\u003ePseudocheilinus evanidus\u003c\/em\u003e, is a compact yet vividly colored saltwater fish distinguished by its deep scarlet to reddish-maroon body covered in numerous fine horizontal pinstripes. A pale blue to violet marking beneath the eye and lighter coloration around the mouth add contrast to its streamlined profile. Also known as the Striated or Secretive Wrasse, it often moves quickly between caves and crevices, giving the aquarium flashes of intense red coloration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNative across a broad portion of the Indo-Pacific, from the Red Sea and East Africa eastward through the central Pacific, this species inhabits coral-rich seaward reefs and rubble areas where it typically lives alone and searches reef structure for small crustaceans and other invertebrate prey. Its manageable adult size, active foraging behavior, and coral-safe nature make it an appealing marine aquarium fish for established reef aquariums, although its territorial personality and interest in very small invertebrates require some consideration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Care Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 55 gallons\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-aggressive\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carnivore\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReef Safe:\u003c\/strong\u003e With Caution\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Indo-Pacific, including the Red Sea, East Africa, and central Pacific\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003ePseudocheilinus evanidus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTank Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Scarlet Pin Stripe Wrasse should be maintained in an established marine aquarium with abundant live rock, caves, overhangs, and narrow crevices. Although adults reach only around 3–3.5 inches, a 55-gallon or larger aquarium provides sufficient territory and helps reduce aggression toward other small reef fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComplex rockwork is particularly important because this species naturally spends considerable time moving through reef structure while hunting for food. Multiple hiding areas allow the fish to retreat when startled and establish a secure territory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike sand-burying wrasses, \u003cem\u003ePseudocheilinus evanidus\u003c\/em\u003e normally shelters within rockwork and does not require a deep sand bed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eModerate water movement, good oxygenation, efficient filtration, and stable water quality are ideal. A tightly fitted aquarium cover is strongly recommended because wrasses can jump through surprisingly small openings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDiet and Feeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Scarlet Pin Stripe Wrasse is a carnivore that naturally searches reef structure for small crustaceans, worms, and other tiny invertebrates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOffer a varied diet including mysis shrimp, enriched brine shrimp, copepods, finely chopped shrimp or clam, quality frozen carnivore blends, and appropriately sized marine pellets. Established live rock provides additional opportunities to hunt naturally occurring microfauna throughout the day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo smaller meals per day are generally appropriate, with additional natural foraging occurring between prepared feedings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTemperament and Tankmates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Scarlet Pin Stripe Wrasse is semi-aggressive and can become territorial once established. Although often secretive when first introduced, confident specimens may become assertive toward smaller wrasses and other fish occupying similar areas of the rockwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable tankmates include clownfish, gobies, blennies, cardinalfish, anthias, dwarf angelfish, tangs, and other appropriately sized marine community fish that are not excessively timid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eParticular caution is recommended with other \u003cem\u003ePseudocheilinus\u003c\/em\u003e wrasses and similarly shaped small wrasses. Keeping a single Scarlet Pin Stripe Wrasse is the most predictable arrangement for most home aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eReef Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Scarlet Pin Stripe Wrasse is \u003cstrong\u003ereef safe with caution\u003c\/strong\u003e. It does not normally damage healthy corals and can be maintained successfully in coral-dominated reef aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts natural diet includes small crustaceans, worms, and other reef invertebrates, so very small ornamental shrimp, tiny crustaceans, worms, and similar animals may be investigated or eaten. It may also consume naturally occurring organisms such as small flatworms and certain tiny snails.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLarger established ornamental shrimp, snails, and other reef inhabitants are generally at lower risk, but individual predatory behavior can vary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWater Parameters\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 75–80°F\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecific Gravity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.024–1.026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8.1–8.4\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlkalinity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8–12 dKH\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStable conditions are more important than chasing exact numbers. Maintain consistent salinity and temperature along with good oxygenation, dependable biological filtration, and regular aquarium maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Considerations\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTerritorial personality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Established specimens may become assertive toward other small wrasses and similarly shaped fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRockwork is essential:\u003c\/strong\u003e Numerous caves and crevices provide both secure shelter and natural hunting territory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo deep sand bed required:\u003c\/strong\u003e This species normally rests within reef structure rather than burying itself in sand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJumping risk:\u003c\/strong\u003e A tightly fitted aquarium cover is strongly recommended, including around plumbing and equipment openings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSmall invertebrate predator:\u003c\/strong\u003e Corals are generally safe, but tiny crustaceans, worms, and other small reef animals may be consumed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"TSA Fish","offers":[{"title":"TINY","offer_id":52414676631850,"sku":"WRASSExScarleT","price":44.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"S","offer_id":52414676599082,"sku":"WRASSExScarleS","price":59.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"SM","offer_id":52414676468010,"sku":"WRASSExScarleSM","price":74.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"M","offer_id":52414676500778,"sku":"WRASSExScarleM","price":80.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"ML","offer_id":52414676533546,"sku":"WRASSExScarleML","price":89.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"L","offer_id":52414676566314,"sku":"WRASSExScarleL","price":119.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"XL","offer_id":52414676664618,"sku":"WRASSExScarleX","price":134.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0783\/0873\/7322\/files\/ScarletWrasse1.png?v=1787937548","url":"https:\/\/topshelfaquatics.com\/products\/scarlet-striated-wrasse-pseudocheilinus-evanidus","provider":"Top Shelf Aquatics ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}