{"product_id":"scarlet-fin-stripe","title":"Scarlet Pinstripe Wrasse (Pseudocheilinus Evanidus)","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eScarlet Pinstripe Wrasse (\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"26\"\u003ePseudocheilinus evanidus\u003c\/i\u003e)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eThe \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"4\"\u003eScarlet Pinstripe Wrasse\u003c\/b\u003e, also known as the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"48\"\u003eStriated Wrasse\u003c\/b\u003e or the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"71\"\u003eDisappearing Wrasse\u003c\/b\u003e, is the elusive and \"spicy\" relative of the common Six-line Wrasse. Its Latin name, \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"175\"\u003eevanidus\u003c\/i\u003e, literally means \"vanishing\"—a tribute to its incredible ability to dart into rockwork and seemingly disappear into thin air. While it lacks the \"neon disco\" colors of the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"356\"\u003eMystery Wrasse\u003c\/b\u003e, it offers a deep, sophisticated maroon aesthetic and is a powerhouse when it comes to controlling reef pests.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eKey Information\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/b\u003e Scarlet Pinstripe Wrasse, Secretive Wrasse, Striated Wrasse\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"17\"\u003ePseudocheilinus evanidus\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/b\u003e Wide Indo-Pacific (Red Sea to Hawaii and South Africa)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMax Size:\u003c\/b\u003e 8–9 cm (approx. 3.5 inches)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/b\u003e 4–6 years\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"13\"\u003eSemi-aggressive\u003c\/b\u003e; can be a \"secretive bully\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,6,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDiet:\u003c\/b\u003e Carnivore – Pest control specialist\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,7,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,7,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/b\u003e Moderate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAppearance \u0026amp; Identification\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eThe Scarlet Pinstripe is defined by its subtle, high-density texture:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe \"Striated\" Body:\u003c\/b\u003e A deep \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"28\"\u003ereddish-orange to maroon base\u003c\/b\u003e covered in roughly \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"77\"\u003e25 fine, horizontal white pinstripes\u003c\/b\u003e that run the length of the body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Facial Streak:\u003c\/b\u003e Features a distinct \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"39\"\u003epale blue-to-white streak\u003c\/b\u003e running from the corner of the mouth toward the gill cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Eye:\u003c\/b\u003e Like other \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"20\"\u003ePseudocheilinus\u003c\/i\u003e wrasses, it has large, independently moving eyes with \"double-bar\" pupils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Glow:\u003c\/b\u003e Interestingly, this species shows \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"44\"\u003ered fluorescence\u003c\/b\u003e under specific lighting, making its bony scales and fin rays appear to \"glow\" in a deep reef setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBehaviour: The \"Ghost\" of the Rockwork\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Disappearing Act:\u003c\/b\u003e True to its name, this fish spends the majority of its time weaving through the \"back alleys\" of your rockwork. It emerges primarily to forage or during feeding time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePest Control:\u003c\/b\u003e It is a ruthless hunter of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"41\"\u003ePyramidellid snails\u003c\/b\u003e (which parasitize clams), \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"87\"\u003eflatworms\u003c\/b\u003e, and small \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"108\"\u003ebristle worms\u003c\/b\u003e. It is often added to \"working\" reefs for this exact reason.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAggression:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"12\"\u003eCaution is needed.\u003c\/b\u003e While shy toward humans, it can be quite aggressive toward other wrasses or small, peaceful fish (like Gobies or Firefish) that enter its territory. It is best to make this the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"208\"\u003elast addition\u003c\/b\u003e to your tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eReef Safe:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"11\"\u003e100% Reef Safe\u003c\/b\u003e with corals. However, it may snack on very small ornamental shrimp (like Sexy Shrimp) if given the chance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eIdeal Tank Setup\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTank Size:\u003c\/b\u003e A minimum of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"24\"\u003e115L (30 Gallons)\u003c\/b\u003e. They don't need a massive \"runway\" like Tangs, but they need a lot of physical rock surface to feel secure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eRockwork:\u003c\/b\u003e This fish \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"20\"\u003erequires a \"labyrinth\"\u003c\/b\u003e. Large, porous live rock with many internal caves is essential for its mental health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eLid is Mandatory:\u003c\/b\u003e These wrasses are fast and erratic. If startled, they can easily launch themselves out of the tank through even the smallest opening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/b\u003e Not a picky eater. It will thrive on vitamin-enriched frozen mysis, brine shrimp, and high-quality pellets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWhy Choose the Scarlet Pinstripe Wrasse?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003eThe Scarlet Pinstripe is for the hobbyist who enjoys \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17\" data-index-in-node=\"53\"\u003e\"finding\"\u003c\/b\u003e their fish. It’s not a showy, open-water swimmer; it’s an intellectual addition that adds mystery and utility to the reef. It’s a \"hardy\" worker that keeps the pest population in check while providing a beautiful, deep red contrast to the bright colors of a reef.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aquaristic Online","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45819300970730,"sku":"18887","price":130.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0854\/0866\/files\/Scarlet-Fin-Stripe-Wrasse.jpg?v=1769599955","url":"https:\/\/www.aquaristiconline.com.au\/products\/scarlet-fin-stripe","provider":"Aquaristic Online","version":"1.0","type":"link"}