Eightline Flasher Wrasse (Male)

The male Eightline Flasher Wrasse is a spectacular showpiece displaying vibrant red, orange, and blue stripes with elaborate finnage during courtship displays. This active planktivore is one of the most popular and hardy flasher wrasses available.

Key Features

• Scientific Name: Paracheilinus octotaenia
• Common Names: Eightline Flasher Wrasse, Eight-Line Wrasse
• Adult Size: Up to 4 inches
• Lifespan: 4-6 years with proper care
• Temperament: Peaceful and reef safe
• Reef Compatibility: Reef safe
• Minimum Tank Size: 55 gallons minimum
• Experience Level: Beginner to Intermediate

Habitat & Tank Requirements

• Tank Environment: Provide ample live rock with caves and open swimming areas for displaying. Males need space to perform their flashing displays. Secure, tight-fitting lid is mandatory as these fish are exceptional jumpers.
• Water Parameters:
  • Temperature: 72-78°F (22-26°C)
  • Salinity: 1.020-1.025
  • pH: 8.1-8.4
  • Stable water quality preferred
• Equipment Recommendations:
  • Quality protein skimmer
  • Good filtration system
  • Moderate water flow

Diet & Feeding

Male Eightline Flasher Wrasses are carnivorous planktivores:

• Staples: High-quality marine pellets, enriched flake foods
• Frozen Foods: Mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, copepods, cyclops, marine cuisine
• Live Foods: Live brine shrimp, copepods (beneficial for conditioning)
• Feeding Frequency: 2-3 times daily
• Special Note: Generally eager feeders once acclimated; feed in water column

Notes & Considerations

• Males display brilliant red and orange stripes with blue accents and extended dorsal fins.
• Spectacular flashing displays where fins are extended and colors intensify.
• Completely reef safe; will not harm corals or invertebrates.
• Only one male per tank unless the system is very large (150+ gallons).
• Can be kept with females in harem arrangements.
• Excellent jumpers; ensure the aquarium has a secure lid with no gaps.
• One of the hardier and more readily available flasher wrasses.
• Active throughout the day, especially during feeding and display times.
• Generally disease-resistant when properly maintained.

Why Choose a Quarantined Eightline Flasher Wrasse (Male)?

Our quarantined males are carefully conditioned to accept prepared foods and observed for any health issues. This quarantine period ensures you receive a vibrant, healthy specimen that’s ready to display its spectacular colors and behaviors in your reef aquarium.