Seaver's Anthias (Luzonichthys seaver)
Fish in the family Serranidae. Moderate care. Reef Safe.
Quick facts
Appearance
Seaver's Anthias is a small, elongated fish displaying vibrant coloration: bright orange to red body with distinctive blue or purple vertical streaks or bars along the sides. Males are more intensely colored and may display longer dorsal spines than females.
Diet and feeding
In captivity, feed high-quality meaty foods including frozen mysis shrimp, copepods, small crustaceans, and quality marine flake or pellet foods formulated for small carnivorous fish. Feed 2-3 times daily in small amounts.
Difficulty and care for the Seaver's 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 Disease
Origin and habitat
Indo-Pacific, including the Philippines and waters around Southeast Asia and northwestward to Japan.
Log Seaver's Anthias in your reef tank
Reef Trak gives you the full record on every species in your tank: acquisition date, source, photos, parameters at time of stocking, and links to maintenance and feeding events. Track Seaver's Anthias alongside everything else in your reef.
