Yellow-fin Anthias (Pseudanthias yellow)

Fish in the family Serranidae. Moderate care. Reef Safe with Caution.

Yellow-fin Anthias

Quick facts

Scientific namePseudanthias yellow
FamilySerranidae
Care levelModerate
Reef safetyReef Safe with Caution
TemperamentPeaceful
DietOmnivore
Adult size10 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

Compact body, yellow hue predominantly, conspicuous black stripes along flanks and dorsal fin. Distinctive feature includes a white bar near anal fin base.

Diet and feeding

Marine algae, mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, small fish (such as guppies and killifish), and marine-based flake food

Difficulty and care for the Yellow-fin Anthias

Moderate - Yellow-fin Anthias requires standard marine aquarium maintenance and intermediate fish keeping skills.

Common health issues

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

Origin and habitat

The Pseudanthias yellow is naturally found in the Western Pacific Ocean, primarily along the coastlines of Indonesia, the Philippines, and eastern Australia, within a depth range of 30-120 meters.

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