A rare species, this fish more closely resembles a hawkfish than other anthias. A bottom dweller. Provide plenty of live rock, as it will spend most of its time perched on the rock, or the bottom around the reef structure.

Diet should include mysis, brine shrimp, and other meaty foods.

Other related saltwater Anthias include Female Bartlett's Anthias, Dispar Anthias, Jewel Lyretail Anthias, Squarespot Anthias, Evansi Anthias, Fathead/Sunburst Anthias, Highfin Perchlet, Pictillis Anthias, Purple Queen Anthias, Scribbled Anthias, Squarespot Anthias, More Anthias


Maximum Length: 2 in.
Care Level: Moderate
Family: Serranidae
Reef Compatibility: Reef safe
Minimum Aquarium Size: 30 gal.
Range: Northwest Pacific: Japan.
Diet: Carnivore- meaty foods
Water Conditions: 74-80 F; sg 1.020-1.025; pH 8.1-8.4