Dispar Anthias

Dispar Anthias: A Stunning & Energetic Reef Fish

The Dispar Anthias (Pseudanthias dispar), also known as the Redfin Anthias, is a captivating and highly sought-after species that adds a touch of graceful energy to any marine aquarium. Its stunning appearance features a beautiful orange body that transitions to a vibrant red or purple tail. These fish are known for their graceful, constant swimming in the water column and their peaceful, shoaling behavior. Keeping them in a group adds a dynamic and mesmerizing display of constant motion. It is an excellent choice for a community reef tank, where it will leave corals and invertebrates completely unharmed.

Why the Dispar Anthias is a Great Choice:

• Stunning Coloration: Its vibrant orange and red hues create a beautiful, eye-catching display.
• Peaceful & Active: It is a non-aggressive species that adds constant, peaceful movement to the tank.
• Shoaling Behavior: Keeping them in a small group creates a mesmerizing display of synchronized swimming.
• Reef-Safe: The Dispar Anthias is completely safe to keep with all types of corals and invertebrates.

Important Note: To thrive, this fish requires multiple daily feedings of high-quality, meaty foods. It is a very active fish and needs ample swimming space.

Quick Facts

• Scientific Name: Pseudanthias dispar
• Origin: Indo-Pacific Reefs
• Max Size: 3.5 inches
• Lifespan: 5 years or more
• Diet: Carnivore. A varied diet of high-quality frozen foods like brine shrimp and mysis shrimp.
• Shipping Size: 1.5-2 inches