Range: Western Pacific Ocean: Philippines, Indonesia, New Guinea to the Great Barrier Reef

Size: up to 5 inches (12 cm)

Natural Environment: Inhabit shallow 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. Hardy and aggressive for an Anthias! Unless you have a large aquarium, i.e., over 150 gallons, one per aquarium.

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