Species Name: Pseudanthias heemstrai

Authority: Schumacher, Krupp & Randall, 1989

Common Name: Orangehead/Redhead/Heemstra's Anthias

Range: Western Indian Ocean: Red Sea and Gulf of Aqaba

Size: 5 inches - 12 cm

Natural Environment: Inhabits reef faces and slopes/drop-off areas

General Husbandry: Prefer a water temperature of 72 - 80°F (22 - 27°C). Require exceptional water quality, good water movement and numerous feedings per day. Diet consists mainly of meaty foodstuffs, e.g., mysis shrimp, enriched brine shrimp, and enriched fresh fish and shrimp flesh. A fairly hardy species yet should not be kept with aggressive tankmates. Will not harm invertebrate.

Aquarium Suitability: Can be maintained singly or the male with eight or more females.