Description
Scientific Name: Pseudanthias luzonensis
Common Names: Yellowlined Anthias, Luzon Anthias, Blood Spot Anthias, Yellow Lined Anthias
Maximum Length: 5″
Minimum Aquarium Size: 70 Gallons
Aquarium Suitability: Generally Durable and Hardy
Diet: Omnivorous; requires a varied diet including enriched frozen mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, copepods, and zooplankton. Feed small portions multiple times daily (3-4 times) for optimal health.
Reef Safe: Yes
Temperament: Peaceful in groups; semi-aggressive among males. Best housed in harems with one male and multiple females to minimize territorial disputes.
Captive Care: The Blood Spot Anthias brings vibrant color and lively schooling to reef aquariums, making it a standout choice for hobbyists seeking dynamic midwater activity. Suitable for intermediate setups, it benefits from ample open swimming space, live rock for occasional hiding, and subdued lighting to ease acclimation. A secure lid prevents jumping, and introducing a group at once promotes natural harem formation.
Fun Facts:
- Vibrant Schoolers: Pseudanthias luzonensis forms colorful schools in the wild, adding dynamic movement and visual appeal to aquariums when kept in groups.
- Plankton Predators: These anthias are active planktivores, darting out to capture tiny prey, which helps control zooplankton populations in reef tanks.
- Color Morphs: Males display brighter yellow and red hues compared to females, with colors intensifying during courtship displays.
- Indo-Pacific Gems: Native to the Philippines and surrounding Indo-Pacific reefs, they inhabit depths of 20-100 feet, adapting well to aquariums that replicate current-swept slopes.
