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[edit] Bartlett's Anthias Scientific Name Pseudanthias bartlettorum Max. Size: 4" Tank Size: 50 Gallons Aggression: Peaceful/Semi Agressive Hardiness: Intermediate Reef-Safe: Compatible Available as captive-bred: No

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Physical Description

Two-toned coloration - Males tend towards a pink face with color extending into body with light pink belly, vibrant yellow back and tail fin. Females tend towards more of a lavender coloration with yellow back and tail fin.

Distribution

Pacific Ocean: Palau, Kosrae in Caroline Islands, Kwajalein in Marshall Islands, Nauru and Fanning Islands in Kiribati.

Taxonomic Stuff you know you Care About

• Family: Serranidae

• Genus: Pseudanthias

• Species: bartlettorum

Behavior

Bartlett's Anthias prefer middle of the tank swimming in brisk currents but also appreciates caves and hiding spots.

Feeding

Due to the high metabolism and constant activity this fish should be fed small amounts multiple times a day. A varied diet of mysis shrimp, vitamin-enriched brine shrimp, frozen preparations including algae based cubes and meaty items for zooplankton feeders such as Cyclopeeze.

Breeding

Not known to breed in captivity

Social Structure

Bartlett's do best when kept with it's own species. A tank with less than 100 gallons should only house 1 male and up to two females. Anthias species all share the trait of being hermaphroditic. If a dominant male perishes, the largest female of the group will often morph to take its place.

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Additional Notes

Does well in brightly lit tanks. Requires a spacious tank with optimal water quality.