Squareback (Pink) Anthias; M; Fiji - Pseudanthias pleurotaenia

Squareback Anthias: General Information

The Squareback Anthias, also known as Squarespot, Purple Blotch Basslet, Squareblock, Square, or Mirror Anthias, exhibits distinctive color patterns.\n\n

• • Females: They are primarily yellow with a lavender belly and feature a thin blue line from the nose to the pectoral fin.

 

• • Males: They have a pink body with a lavender belly and a rectangular shape on the side.

 

Tank Requirements for Squareback Anthias

• • Lighting: This Anthias thrives in dim, indirect lighting. Bright lighting can cause its vibrant colors to fade.

 

• • Tank Size:
    • • Single Fish: A medium-sized tank of 100 gallons is suitable for one Squareback Anthias.
     
    • • Group Setting: For a group, use a tank of 180 gallons or larger to provide ample swimming space.

 

• • Depth Preference: While they typically reside at mid-tank levels, Squareback's are found in depths of up to 600 feet in the wild.

 

Care and Maintenance

• • Hermaphroditic Nature: Like all Anthias, the Squareback is hermaphroditic. If the dominant male dies, the largest female in the group may transition to become the new male.

 

• • Feeding: Once acclimated, feed Squareback's a varied diet including frozen mysis shrimp, enriched frozen brine shrimp, and high-quality flake foods. Offer small quantities throughout the day. An attached refugium with copepods and amphipods will ensure a steady supply of live food.

Approximate Purchase Size

Small: 1" to 2"

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