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About Marcia's Anthias
Marcia's Anthias is a small, vibrant fish with dominant orange-red coloration on the head and body, accented by yellow markings on the fins and body. Males are more intensely colored than females, with elongated dorsal fin rays.
Key facts
- Diet Details
- In captivity, feed small frozen zooplankton (mysis shrimp, copepods, and amphipods) and high-quality micro-pellet foods designed for planktivores. Feed 2-3 times daily in small portions to match natural grazing behavior.
- Feeding Schedule
- 2-3 times daily
- Origin
- Indo-Pacific, including the Great Barrier Reef and surrounding coral reef regions from Australia to Indonesia.
- Max Size
- 3.5
- Care Level
- Moderate
- Care Requirements
- • 75+ gallon tank for groups; excellent water quality essential • Temperature 72-78°F, stable pH 8.1-8.3, moderate to strong flow • Frequent small feedings (2-3x daily) of quality meaty foods & pellets • Prefers groups but males can be territorial; acclimate carefully to established tanks
- Common Health Issues
- Marine Ich, Fin Rot, Swim Bladder Disorder, Bacterial Infections, Fungal Infections
- Min tank size
- 70 gallons
- Temperament
- Semi Aggressive
- Difficulty Level
- Moderate - Requires some experience due to specific dietary water or tank requirements. Best suited for intermediate aquarists.
- Appearance
- Marcia's Anthias is a small, vibrant fish with dominant orange-red coloration on the head and body, accented by yellow markings on the fins and body. Males are more intensely colored than females, with elongated dorsal fin rays.
- Water Parameters
- Temperature: 72-78°F pH: 8.1-8.3 Salinity: 1.023-1.025
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