Anthias
Pseudanthias squamipinnis
Essential gear
- Large mature reef tank
- Strong filtration
- Powerhead / wavemaker
- Refractometer / salinity meter
- Food for multiple feedings
Lifespan
5–7years
Water temperature
24–27°C
Salinity
1.024–1.026SG
Water column
Upper-mid level
Schools hover in the current to feed
Keep in groups
One male with several females
Needs enough space and caves
Diet
Carnivore
Floating frozen foods and pellets, small amounts often
Suggested habitat
Suits mid–upper zones of large reefs. Flow through open water with rock to fall back on; feeding rhythm matters more than piling on gear.
Plates are husbandry references—not build plans or generator parameters. Check your own water, vessel, and stocking before you act.