Lyretail Anthias
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The Lyretail Anthias is the social butterfly in marine aquariums. The fish that is so attractive and is extremely active draws out smaller fish that are part of the aquarium. The Lyretail Anthias can also be referred to by the name of Scalefin and males are characterized by vibrant red hues of various hues, while female Lyretail Anthias has more orange in its coloring.
It is believed that the Lyretail Anthias does best when kept in a group and kept in an aquarium that is specific to the species, at minimum 125 gallons. Male Lyretail Anthias should be kept in a group or with a few females. Although the Lyretail Anthias generally occupy the middle of the tank It appreciates the presence of numerous hiding places.
Anthias species share the feature of being hermaphroditic. If the dominant male dies the most dominant female of the group may change into a male succeeding him.
After settling into a newly installed aquarium, These saltwater fish thrive optimally when given a variety of diets consisting of frozen mysis shrimp and brine shrimp and eventually, they will consume high-quality flake food in small amounts throughout the daytime. A separate refugium for the cultivation of amphipods and copepods will provide an ongoing supply of healthy living food to maintain the active planktivore levels.
Approximate Purchase Size: Small: 1-1/2" to 2" Medium: 2" to 3" Large: 3" to 4-1/2"
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Lyretail Anthias Overview
The Lyretail Anthias is a standout in marine aquariums, often described as the social butterfly of the tank. This vibrant fish draws attention with its dynamic activity, attracting even the shiest of tank mates. Known also as the Scalefin, the Lyretail Anthias features males with bright red hues and females with more subdued orange tones.Ideal Habitat for Lyretail Anthias
Tank Size and Setup:- Minimum Tank Size: 125 gallons
- Habitat:
- Group Dynamics: Best kept in groups within a species-specific tank.
- Position: Generally occupies the middle of the tank but needs several hiding spots.
- Male Anthias: Prefer to be kept alone or with a few females. Males should not be kept with other males.
- Female Anthias: Thrive in groups. If a dominant male dies, the largest female will often transform into a male.
- All Anthias species are hermaphroditic. If the dominant male dies, the largest female in the group typically changes sex to replace him.
Nutrition for Lyretail 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: Use a refugium with copepods and amphipods to provide a steady supply of nutritious live food. This helps keep the active planktivore satisfied and healthy.
Key Characteristics of Lyretail Anthias
- Coloration:
- Males: Bright red with varying hues.
- Females: More orange.
- Activity Level: Highly active and engaging, helps draw out shyer fish.
- Behavior: Enjoys occupying the middle of the tank and appreciates numerous hiding places.
Summary of Lyretail Care
The Lyretail Anthias is a vibrant and social fish that thrives in a large, species-specific aquarium with plenty of hiding spots. Providing a varied diet and appropriate tank setup will ensure a healthy and active environment for this engaging fish.Approximate Purchase Size
- Small: 1" to 2"
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Large, Medium, Small
Units
1
Weight
6 lbs
Dimensions
1 × 1 × 1 in
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