Purple Queen Anthias (Pseudanthias tuka)
Fish in the family Serranidae. Moderate care. Reef Safe.
Quick facts
Appearance
A vibrant purple to magenta fish with bright yellow dorsal and anal fin margins, and a distinctive yellow stripe along the lateral line. The body is slightly compressed and streamlined, with the female typically less colorful than the dominant male.
Diet and feeding
Zooplankton, small crustaceans, marine algae, copepods, mysis shrimp
Difficulty and care for the Purple Queen Anthias
Moderate - Requires some experience due to specific dietary water or tank requirements. Best suited for intermediate aquarists.
Common health issues
Marine ich, Fin Rot, Swim Bladder Disorder, Hole-in-the-Head Disease, Columnaris
Origin and habitat
Indo-Pacific from the Red Sea to Samoa, including the Great Barrier Reef and Indo-Malaysian Archipelago.
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