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Can a Porkfish Live With a Sixline Wrasse?

✗ Not recommended in most tanks

Verdict from our compatibility engine, assuming a typical 90-gallon reef tank. Score: 49/100.

Why

  • Tank poor (90gal for 180.0gal min)
  • Tank heavily stocked (222%) — over recommended load

It can work if…

  • Upgrade to a larger tank — this species needs more volume
  • Tank is nearing capacity — consider removing a resident before adding this one
  • Social concern — review this species' social requirements before adding
  • Schooling species — add at least 4 more companions for best health

Both species at a glance

Porkfish

Anisotremus virginicus

Aggression:
peaceful
Min tank:
180 gallons
Reef safe:
caution
Diet:
omnivore

Full Porkfish care guide →

Sixline Wrasse

Pseudocheilinus hexataenia

Aggression:
semi-aggressive
Min tank:
40 gallons
Reef safe:
safe
Diet:
carnivore

Full Sixline Wrasse care guide →

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