Pseudanthias bartlettorum

Alternative names

 * Bartlett's Anthias,

Sexing

 * Anthias species all share the trait of being hermaphroditic. If a dominant male perishes, the largest female of the group will often morph to take its place. Males colouration tends to be more vivid than females.

Tank compatibility

 * Prefers to be in large groups of it's own species. Generally peaceful towards other tank mates and is reef-safe.

Diet

 * This Anthia should be fed foods such as mysis shrimp, vitamin-enriched brine shrimp, frozen foods and other meaty items for zooplankton feeders.

Feeding regime

 * Feed these fish small quantities several times a day.

Environment Specifics

 * Keep in a rocky environment with overhangs and hiding places.

Behaviour

 * A generally peaceful fish that appreciates company of its own kind and will spend some time hiding under overhangs and other hiding places.

Identification

 * An attractive fish with a forked caudal tail. Males have a more intense colouration with a violet body and yellow running along the back through the upper caudal lobe. The females tend to be lavender in colour with a yellow back and caudal fin.