Anthias – Dispar

Dispar Anthias Care Tips:

Minimum Tank Size:  80 Gallons

Max Size: Up to 10cm (4″)

Diet: Carnivore

Temperament: Peaceful

Lifespan: Up to 6 years

Scientific Name: Pseudanthias Dispar

Coral Safe: Yes

Invertebrate Safe: Yes

Approx. Purchase Size:  Sm: 1.5-2 inches

The dispar anthias, scientific name Pseudanthias Dispar, is a peaceful fish. They have a minimum tank size of 80 gallons. Dispar anthias can grow up to 4” and can live up to 6 years. The dispar anthias is a carnivore and should be fed frozen meaty foods such as brine or mysis shrimp. Anthias are schooling fish and are best kept in large groups but can also be kept singly, in pairs or in smaller groups. Dispar anthias females have a fully pink body while the males are more orange with a pink head. Dispar anthias are reef safe, they will not bother any coral or invertebrates. Anthias will find crevices in the rockwork to sleep at night and will be seen swimming in the top of the water column during the day. Anthias are hermaphrodites and if the male in the group dies then the largest female will often turn into a male. Anthias species should not be mixed.