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Lyretail Anthias (Pseudanthias squamipinnis)

Lyretail Anthias

Pseudanthias squamipinnis

saltwatermedium to keepfishpeacefulswims midreef-safe

Needs frequent small feedings, so an auto-feeder helps. Keep one male with several females.

Adult size
5 in
Smallest tank
125 gal
Keep them in groups of
1+
Temperature
74–82 °F
pH
8–8.4
Food
Carnivore: small frozen foods at least three times a day
Start a saltwater build to add this

Gets along with

Cerith SnailBlue-leg Hermit CrabNassarius SnailAstrea SnailYellow Clown GobyScarlet Reef Hermit CrabTrochus SnailNeon Goby

Think twice about

Blue Devil Damselfish — too aggressive for itDwarf Fuzzy Lionfish — too aggressive for itMaroon Clownfish — too aggressive for itPicasso Triggerfish — too aggressive for it

Easy corals it leaves alone

Toadstool LeatherKenya Tree CoralColt CoralGreen Star PolypsDevil’s Hand LeatherFavia Brain Coral

Care ranges are typical hobby guidance and vary by source and by where the animal came from. Ask your supplier and watch your own tank. Spot a mistake on this page? Let me know.