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Can a Sixline Wrasse Live With a True Shepard's Angelfish?

~ Possible with caution

Verdict from our compatibility engine, assuming a typical 90-gallon reef tank. Score: 76/100.

Why

  • Fully compatible — Sixline Wrasse is a good fit for this tank
  • Caution — True Shepard's Angelfish may harm coral/inverts if underfed or stressed

Both species at a glance

Sixline Wrasse

Pseudocheilinus hexataenia

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

Full Sixline Wrasse care guide →

True Shepard's Angelfish

Centropyge shepardi

Aggression:
semi-aggressive
Min tank:
70 gallons
Reef safe:
caution
Diet:
omnivore

Full True Shepard's Angelfish care guide →

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