Pseudanthias

From Microcosm Aquarium Explorer

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Yellowstripe Anthias, Pseudanthias tuka. Scott W. Michael

Family: Anthiinae

Species in Genus Pseudanthias:

Reference: 101 Best Saltwater Fishes
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Text credit: SWM
This genus includes a number of highly prized reef aquarium species. They are brilliantly colored, shoaling fishes, usually haremic, with a male associating with a group of females. They are open-water zooplankton feeders and require multiple feedings of meaty foods each day.