Blotchy Anthias
Odontanthias borbonius
Suggested Tank
125+ gallons
Max Size
5 inches
Difficulty
Temperament
Description
The Blotchy Anthias is a deepwater marine fish prized for its pink to yellow body coloration, blotched patterning, and graceful swimming. It is less commonly available than many other anthias and does best in a calm, well-maintained aquarium with plenty of rockwork and open swimming space.
Reef Safe
Yes
Environment
Requires stable, high-quality saltwater, moderate water movement, ample live rock for shelter, subdued to moderate lighting, and a mature aquarium. Deepwater origin means it often prefers a less aggressive environment and consistent conditions.
Behavior
Generally spends time hovering in the water column near rockwork and may be shy at first. Usually does best singly or in carefully planned community setups with other peaceful fish.
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Owner Reviews
Weekend_Reefer
@Weekend88
One of character you need in your tank, very peaceful and just swim in his spot, not active swimmer, reef safe and not even have any curiosity on corals. The colouration are not bright as other fish, as they were from deep water. But still, having him will give your tank another calm character
Jared Bristol
@Stormriven
Probably one of the easiest anthias I’ve ever put in a tank. I own two and they both took to the tank with no problems, ate immediately and weren’t shy at all. For the most part they are very peaceful with other tank mates (aside from the clowns who instigate the fights) they do chase each other but are never overly aggressive towards each other.
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Odontanthias borbonius
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