Red-Bar Anthias
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A Red-Bar Anthias is often referred to by the name Cooper's Anthias. Males sport the body color of a light pink with a red vertical bar that runs through the middle in the middle of their bodies. Females show more orange with an elongated belly and a red tail. Females and males alike sport an edging of light blue over their fins in the majority of cases. Red-Bar Anthias span a vast area of coverage of habitats, from to the Pacific up to Indian Ocean from East Africa up and all the way to Samoa, Japan and Australia. The Red-Bar Fairy Anthias usually reside in the middle of the areas of the tanks however, they also require caves, ledges and other places to hide. They can grow up 4 inches. Though a tank that is 70-gallon can be sufficient for one fish, when you have a group consisting of a single male and a few females, a larger 125-gallon or more is recommended. The Anthias species have the characteristic of being hermaphroditic. If the dominant male dies the biggest female of the group may change to replace it.
After settling into a fresh aquarium Anthias thrive when provided with a diverse diet consisting of frozen mysis shrimp brine shrimp that are enriched and frozen. Over time they can eat premium flake food that is available in small amounts throughout the day. 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 active planktivore levels.
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ximate Purchase Size: Small: 3/4" to 1-1/4", Medium: 1-1/4" to 2"
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Red-Bar Anthias Overview
The Red-Bar Anthias, also known as Cooper's Anthias, is a captivating addition to any marine aquarium. This species is admired for its striking color gradient and unique appearance.Key Characteristics of Red-Bar Anthias
- Males: Feature a light pink body with a prominent red bar in the midsection and a red tail. Males often display long, colorful fins.
- Females: Show more orange with a silvery belly and a red tail. Both males and females have light blue edging around their fins.
- Color Variations: Some specimens may exhibit hints of purple or orange.
Habitat and Tank Requirements
- Tank Size: A 70-gallon tank is suitable for a single Red-Bar Anthias. For a group of one male and several females, a 125-gallon or larger tank is recommended.
- Tank Placement: These fish prefer the middle levels of the tank. Provide plenty of caves, ledges, and hiding spots.
- Lighting: They adapt well to standard reef tank lighting but ensure a stable environment during acclimation.
Behavior and Social Structure
- Group Dynamics: Keep Red-Bar's in a group of one male and three females to minimize aggression. Males can be territorial and may fight.
- Hermaphroditic Trait: Like other anthias species, Red-Bar Anthias are hermaphroditic. If the dominant male dies, the largest female may transition to a male role.
Diet and Feeding
- Diet: Red-Bar's thrive on a diet of crustaceans and shrimp. Offer a varied diet of frozen mysis shrimp, enriched frozen brine shrimp, and high-quality flake foods.
- Feeding Frequency: Feed small quantities throughout the day. An attached refugium with copepods and amphipods will provide a continuous supply of nutritious live food.
Approximate Purchase Size
- Medium: 1-1/2" to 2-1/4"
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Units
1
Weight
6 lbs
Dimensions
1 × 1 × 1 in
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