Dispar Anthias Fish

The Dispar Anthias, also known as the Peach Anthias or Redfin Anthias, is a vibrant and active addition to the reef aquarium. Males display a striking peach to orange coloration with a prominent red stripe along the dorsal fin, while females are typically a more uniform pinkish-orange. These social fish are best kept in groups, which helps to reduce stress and encourages natural schooling behavior.

A minimum of a 70-gallon aquarium is recommended for a small group of Dispar Anthias, with larger tanks being preferable for bigger schools. Provide plenty of live rock with numerous caves and overhangs for hiding and perching. A strong current is appreciated as they are accustomed to living in areas with good water flow. They are generally considered reef-safe, posing little threat to corals or invertebrates.

Dispar Anthias are protogynous hermaphrodites, meaning they are born female and can change to male. The largest and most dominant individual in a group will typically become the male. Breeding in captivity is rare. Their diet should consist of a variety of meaty foods, including mysis shrimp, enriched brine shrimp, and other high-quality frozen preparations. They should be fed multiple times a day due to their high metabolism. In a home aquarium, they typically reach a size of around 3 inches.