Species Profile
Lyretail Anthias
Pseudanthias squamipinnis
Also known as: Scalefin Anthias, Sea Goldie
Anthiaspeaceful
Adult size
5″
Minimum tank
75 gal
Temperature
72–78°F
pH
8.1–8.4
Schooling
Group of 3+
Water level
mid
Diet
Frozen mysis, brine shrimp, marine pellets — multiple small meals daily
Notes
Females are golden-orange, males develop a brilliant pink-and-magenta with an extended dorsal spine. Group of 1 male + 2-5 females works best; multiple males fight. Needs frequent small feedings — they're high-metabolism plankton pickers.
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