| Scientific Name | Pseudanthias hypselosoma |
| Common Names | Stocky Anthias, Pink Anthias |
| Max Length | 7.5 inches (19 cm) |
| Min Tank Size | 70 gallons (265 liters) for a single fish; 100 gallons (378 liters) or larger recommended for a small group of one male and several females to accommodate their active schooling behavior and social hierarchy. |
| Temperament | Peaceful but territorial within its own species; forms hierarchical groups with one dominant male and several females. Males may display mild aggression toward other males or similar anthias species. Best housed with peaceful, non-aggressive tankmates. |
| Reef Safe | ⚠ With Caution |
The Stocky Anthias is an energetic addition to marine aquariums, not often seen in the hobby. Males show off a striking pinkish-red hue with a distinctive red patch on the dorsal fin, intensifying during displays, while females are a plainer pink with red-tipped tails and purple-ringed eyes. Found in Indo-Pacific reefs from the Maldives to Samoa, these fish thrive in well-oxygenated tanks with strong water flow and ample live rock for hiding. Their constant motion in the upper water column adds energy to the aquarium.
Carnivorous; primarily feeds on zooplankton in the wild. In aquariums, offer a varied diet of frozen mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, copepods, and high-quality pellet or flake foods formulated for marine carnivores. Feed small amounts 2-4 times daily to mimic their natural constant feeding on plankton.
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