Red-Belt Anthias (Pseudanthias rubrizonatus)
Fish in the family Serranidae. Moderate care. Reef Safe.
Quick facts
Appearance
A slender, silvery-white fish with a distinctive deep red to orange vertical band running across the body at mid-length. Sexually dimorphic, with dominant males displaying brighter coloration and more pronounced body markings than females.
Diet and feeding
Feed small meaty foods including frozen copepods, mysis shrimp, and high-quality preparations designed for planktivorous reef fish. Offer multiple small feedings daily to replicate natural feeding patterns in the deep reef environment where they hunt zooplankton.
Difficulty and care for the Red-Belt 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, Bacterial Infections, Parasitic Infestations
Origin and habitat
Indo-Pacific region from the Red Sea to Hawaii, typically found at depths of 50-300 meters along coral reef drop-offs.
Log Red-Belt Anthias in your reef tank
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