Bartlett’s Anthias
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The Bartlett's Anathias is often referred to as the Bartlett's fairy Bass. Males have more vibrant coloration, sporting the body being violet and the yellow running through the back and the caudal lobe's upper portion. Females are typically violet with an orange back and caudal fin.
The Bartlett's Anthias is best kept in its own species in a tank with a species size of around 70 gallons, but can also be a stunning addition to the serene marine aquarium that is exclusively for fish and in the aquarium that is mixed. The Bartlett's anthias will primarily reside in central space in the aquarium's and will move to all areas of the aquarium , bringing vibrant colors wherever it goes. To create the most natural environment to this species, you need to create an aquascape with lots of live rock. Also create slopes, caves, and overhangs to create a fascinating and varied reef aquarium landscape. Make sure that the water is moving smoothly through the use of an electric motor or a wavemaker to ensure that your water quality is high with the reef ecosystem.
Anthias species share the feature of being hermaphroditic. If the dominant male dies the most dominant female of the group may change to replace it.
Once they have acclimatized to the fresh aquarium Anthias thrive when being fed a variety of frozen mysis shrimp enhanced brine shrimp frozen in brine and eventually, they can eat premium flake food that are available in small amounts throughout the daytime. A refugium that is attached to the tank and cultivates amphipods and copepods will provide an ongoing supply of healthy live food that will keep the active planktivore levels.
<p><p><p><p> <p><p><p><p><p>Approximate Purchase Size: Small 1" to 1-1/2", Medium 1-1/2" to 2"
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Bartlett's Anthias Overview
Bartlett's Anthias (Pseudanthias bartlettorum) is renowned for its adaptability to both dim and bright aquarium conditions. It is considered one of the easiest Anthias species to care for, making it a popular choice for various tank setups.Key Characteristics of Bartlett's Anthias
- Lighting Adaptability: Bartlett's Anthias can thrive in both dim and bright lighting conditions. They are particularly well-suited for aquariums with bright lighting.
- Temperament: Like most Anthias, Bartlett's Anthias are calm and can coexist with other peaceful fish. However, only one male should be kept per tank to avoid aggression among males.
Habitat and Tank Requirements
- Tank Size: Bartlett's Anthias does best in a species tank of at least 70 gallons. They are also a beautiful addition to peaceful fish-only marine aquariums or mixed reef aquariums.
- Water Column: Provide a large open water column as Bartlett's spend most of their time swimming freely.
- Aquascaping: Create a natural reef environment by adding a generous amount of live rock. Include slopes, caves, and overhangs to mimic their natural habitat. Ensure good water movement with a powerhead or wavemaker.
Behavior and Social Structure
- Social Behavior: Bartlett's thrive in groups and add vibrant color throughout the aquarium. They will predominantly occupy the middle of the water column but will explore all regions of the tank.
- Hermaphroditic Trait: Like other Anthias, Bartlett's are hermaphroditic. If the dominant male dies, the largest female will often transform into a male.
Diet and Feeding
- Diet: Bartlett's are zooplankton feeders. They prefer a varied diet of meaty foods. Offer frozen zooplankton, such as mysis shrimp and brine shrimp, more readily than pellets or flakes.
- Feeding Frequency: Feed Bartlett's at least four times a day. Over time, they may adapt to high-quality flake foods offered in small quantities.
Approximate Purchase Size
- Small: 1" to 1-1/2"
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Units
1
Weight
6 lbs
Dimensions
1 × 1 × 1 in
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