Genus
Common name: Pencil Wrasses
Scientific name: Pseudojuloides
Pseudojuloides is a genus of slender, colorful wrasses commonly known as Pencil Wrasses. These fish are popular in the reefkeeping hobby for their vibrant colors and dynamic behavior. They are generally peaceful but can be territorial with their own kind. Pencil Wrasses are known for their elongated bodies and quick darting movements. They require a well-established aquarium with plenty of hiding places and a sandy substrate for burrowing. Their diet should include a variety of meaty foods and they may help control pests like bristle worms.
- Common name: Smalltail wrasseScientific name: Pseudojuloides cerasinus
- Common name: Green wrasseScientific name: Pseudojuloides elongatus
- Common name: Redeye wrasseScientific name: Pseudojuloides erythrops
- Common name: Blue-nose wrasseScientific name: Pseudojuloides kaleidos
- Common name: royal pencil wrasseScientific name: Pseudojuloides severnsi