Dispar Anthias
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The Dispar Anthias is commonly known as the Madder Seaperch. Males sport a dorsal fin that is bright red and doesn't have any stripes of red on their tails. Females can display a yellowish-orange top and a pale white to lavender on the bottom. The Dispar Anthias is an inhabitant of reefs of the wild. It is a shallow-water species that thrives when placed in a large 125 gallon tank with a male and up to 10 females. If singular a 70-gallon tank is adequate. The Anthias species are hermaphroditic. If the dominant male dies the most dominant female of the group may change to replace it.
After settling into a newly installed aquarium, Anthias perform well when they are fed a varied diet of mysis shrimp frozen and vitamin enriched brine shrimp. Over time they may consume high-quality flake food in small amounts throughout the day. A nearby refugium for the cultivation of amphipods and copepods will provide an steady supply of nutritious live food that will keep the active planktivore levels.
Approximate Purchase Size: Small 1-1/2" to 2"; Medium 2" to 3"; Medium/Large: 2-1/2" to 3-1/2"
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Dispar Anthias Overview
The Dispar Anthias, also known as the Madder Seaperch, is a stunning fish known for its vibrant coloration and peaceful nature. This species is most comfortable in the company of one male and several females. Key Characteristics:- Males: Display a bright red dorsal fin and lack red stripes on their tail.
- Females: Exhibit yellowish-orange on the top and pale lavender to white on the underside.
Ideal Habitat for Dispar Anthias
Tank Requirements:- Group Setup: Ideally, house one male with up to ten females in a 125-gallon tank.
- Single Setup: If keeping a single Dispar Anthias, a 70-gallon tank is sufficient.
- Habitat: This species thrives in a reef-like environment, with ample space and proper biological and mechanical filtration.
- Dominant Male: If the dominant male dies, the largest female in the group will often transform into a male to take his place.
- Tank Mates: Dispar Anthias are peaceful and should not be kept with predatory fish.
Nutrition for Dispar Anthias
Diet Recommendations:- Primary Foods:
- Frozen mysis shrimp
- Enriched frozen brine shrimp
- High-quality flake foods (offered in small quantities throughout the day)
- Live Food: An attached refugium cultivating copepods and amphipods will provide a steady supply of nutritious live food. This keeps the active planktivore content and healthy.
Key Points for Dispar Anthias Care
- Tank Size: Minimum of 125 gallons for a group; 70 gallons if kept singly.
- Social Structure: Prefers one male with several females. In case of male death, the largest female may transition to male.
- Peaceful Nature: Best kept with non-predatory fish.
- Filtration: Requires proper biological and mechanical filtration.
Approximate Purchase Size
- Medium: 2" to 3"
Summary
The Dispar is a vibrant and peaceful fish that thrives in a well-maintained reef aquarium. Ensure you provide a suitable tank size, proper filtration, and a varied diet to keep this beautiful fish healthy and active.LINKS to follow:
size
Large, Medium, Small
Units
1
Weight
6 lbs
Dimensions
1 × 1 × 1 in
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