A greatFancy Bicolor Anthias!
Origin: Eastern Asia

Size info:
Size M: approx. 2.25 – 4.25″

In the coral reef lives Bicolor Anthias,
A fish that’s quite fancy and grandious,
With striking pink and yellow hues,
That’s sure to give you the blues,
If you miss spotting this fish amorous.

Their color’s like an artist’s palette,
Bright and bold and quite a hit,
With a body that’s streamlined and sleek,
They’re swift and graceful, take a peek,
For Bicolor Anthias is quite unique!

Keeping Fancy Bicolor Anthias in an Aquarium

The Fancy Bicolor Anthias, also known as Pseudanthias bicolor, is a stunningly beautiful fish that can add a lot of color and life to a marine aquarium. Here are some things to keep in mind when keeping these fish:

Tank Size

Fancy Bicolor Anthias are active swimmers and need plenty of space to move around. A tank size of at least 75 gallons is recommended for a small group of these fish.

Water Conditions

Fancy Bicolor Anthias require clean, well-oxygenated water with stable water parameters. The ideal temperature range is between 72-78°F, with a pH of 8.1-8.4 and a salinity of 1.020-1.025.

Diet

These fish are carnivores and need a varied diet that includes a mix of frozen or live foods such as brine shrimp, mysis shrimp, krill, and other small crustaceans.

Behavior

Fancy Bicolor Anthias are generally peaceful fish that can be kept in groups of three or more. However, males may become territorial and aggressive towards each other. It’s important to provide plenty of hiding places and visual barriers in the aquarium to help reduce aggression.

Coolest Stuff About the Fancy Bicolor Anthias

• These fish are known for their vibrant coloration, with shades of pink, orange, yellow, and purple.
• Fancy Bicolor Anthias are part of the Serranidae family, which includes groupers and sea bass.
• These fish can change color depending on their mood or social status within the group.
• Fancy Bicolor Anthias are pelagic spawners, meaning they release their eggs and sperm into the water column rather than laying them on the substrate.
• These fish are found in the wild throughout the Indo-Pacific region, including the Great Barrier Reef and the Red Sea.