Carberry's Anthias (Pseudanthias carberry's)

Fish in the family Serranidae. Moderate care. Not Reef Safe.

Carberry's Anthias

Quick facts

Scientific namePseudanthias carberry's
FamilySerranidae
Care levelModerate
Reef safetyNot Reef Safe
TemperamentAggressive
DietOmnivore
Adult size3 in
Minimum tank size100 gallons
Water parametersTemperature: 75-80°F (24-27°C) pH: 8.0-8.4 Salinity: 1.021-1.025
Feeding scheduleFeed 2-3 times daily

Appearance

Elongated, oval-shaped body; reddish-brown with white bars on sides and a distinct, large black spot behind eye; caudal fin has a conspicuous white margin near tail.

Diet and feeding

Marine algae, brine shrimp, small crustaceans, marine worms, mysis shrimp

Difficulty and care for the Carberry's Anthias

Moderate - Carberry's Anthias requires standard marine aquarium maintenance and intermediate fish keeping skills.

Common health issues

Marine ich, Fin Rot, Swim Bladder Disorder, Bacterial Infections, Parasitic Infestations

Origin and habitat

The Pseudanthias carberryi is naturally found in the Indo-Pacific region, specifically along the coasts of Indonesia, the Philippines, and Australia's Great Barrier Reef. They are typically found at depths ranging from 1 to 30 meters.

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