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Evansi Anthias

Pseudanthias evansi

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Suggested Tank

70+ gallons

Max Size

4.7 inches

Difficulty

Hard

Temperament

Peaceful

Description

A slender, planktivorous anthias with a violet-pink body, a broad golden-yellow band running along the back into the dorsal fin and forked tail, fine yellow flecks on the flanks, and an orange stripe from the snout to the pectoral fin, reaching about 4-5 inches. It is peaceful and mid-water swimming, ignoring corals and ornamental invertebrates, but it is a delicate zooplankton feeder that needs a mature, established reef with open swimming room, brisk flow, plenty of rockwork retreats, and 3-4 small meals of mysis and enriched brine daily. Best kept as a single specimen or as one male with a group of females in a large tank, with peaceful tankmates and a tight-fitting lid, since only one male can be housed per aquarium.

Reef Safe

Yes

Environment

They require a well-established aquarium with plenty of live rock for hiding and swimming space. The water should be well-oxygenated with stable parameters, including a temperature range of 72-78°F, pH between 8.1-8.4, and specific gravity of 1.020-1.025.

Behavior

Evansi Anthias are active swimmers and often found in groups. They are known for their schooling behavior, which can be a stunning display in a well-maintained aquarium.

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