How big do Bartlett anthias get?

Can reach a maximum size of about 3.5 inches (9 cm).

Are anthias hermaphrodites?

Anthias are protogynous hermaphrodites. They are all born female. When a male dies, one of the larger female anthias changes into a male.

Are anthias Hardy?

Lyretails and bartletts are among the hardiest anthias species, but also among the most aggressive. I have found dispars and randalls to be quite hardy, but not nearly as aggressive. If you can find P. mortoni, it has the characteristics of a squamipinnis, but with a purple base.

What do Bartlett’s anthias eat?

Once acclimated to a new aquarium, Anthias do best when fed a varied diet of frozen mysis shrimp, enriched frozen brine shrimp, and over time may eat high-quality flake foods offered in small quantities throughout the day.

Are lyretail Anthias jumpers?

I also recommend he lyretail. They will jump at first but will not once they are used to and established in the aquarium, in my experience.

Can Squarespot Anthias change gender?

Animal Fact. All squarespot anthias begin life as female – some individuals then change sex and become male as adults.

Are Anthias schooling fish?

Dispar Anthias make a very nice, relatively small, schooling fish..

How many anthias should I get?

Not only is it colorful, but it is also one of the hardiest species. They tend to be aggressive so only one male per tank should be the maximum, along with several females, a ratio of 1:5 is a good starting point. They should not be kept with less aggressive anthias, fairy and flasher wrasses or dart gobies.

Are Anthias fish reef safe?

As active planktivores, lyretail anthias are reef-safe fish. They may investigate your live rock, but they won’t hassle your corals. Even your other invertebrates are safe from harm. Well, unless you have tiny ornamental shrimp in your tank.

Can you keep 1 anthias?

Valuable Member. Some anthias lose color in home aquarium(male lyretail and squareback are notorious) but they can be kept single.