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About Elongate Anthias
The Elongate Anthias is a slender, streamlined fish with orange-red coloration on the head and body, often displaying lighter vertical stripes or bands. Males typically show more vivid coloration and elongated dorsal fin rays, while females are generally smaller and less brightly colored.
Key facts
- Origin
- Indo-Pacific from the Red Sea and East Africa to the western Pacific.
- Common Health Issues
- Marine ich, Fin rot, Swim bladder disorder, Bacterial infections, Parasitic infestations
- Diet Details
- In captivity, feed high-quality frozen foods such as mysis shrimp, copepods, and enriched brine shrimp 2–3 times daily. Small pellets and finely-chopped preparations also work well. Target feeding toward the water column where they naturally feed.
- Max Size
- 5
- Diet
- planktivore
- Reef safety
- Reef Safe
- Appearance
- The Elongate Anthias is a slender, streamlined fish with orange-red coloration on the head and body, often displaying lighter vertical stripes or bands. Males typically show more vivid coloration and elongated dorsal fin rays, while females are generally smaller and less brightly colored.
- Temperament
- Semi Aggressive
- Min tank size
- 70 gallons
- Difficulty Level
- Moderate - Requires some experience due to specific dietary water or tank requirements. Best suited for intermediate aquarists.
- Care Requirements
- • 75+ gallon tank for small groups; provide strong water flow • Stable parameters: 72-78°F, pH 8.1-8.3, salinity 1.023-1.025 • Feed quality foods: small pellets, frozen mysis shrimp, copepods daily • Males territorial; best kept in harems or large groups • Excellent jumpers—secure tank cover required
- Family
- Serranidae
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