Flavoguttatus Anthias
Pseudanthias flavoguttatus
Saltwater Fish
Species Group: Anthias
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Water parameters
Temp
76-80 F
Temperature
Maintaining a stable and appropriate temperature is critical for the survival of aquatic life.
pH 7.8 - 8.4 potential of HydrogenMeasuring the acidity or alkalinity of water on a 0–14 scale, where 7 is neutral, 7 is alkaline.
NO3 1-20 ppm NitrateWhile less toxic than ammonia, high nitrate levels (above 40–80 ppm) are important to monitor because they can cause fish stress, stunted growth, and harmful algae blooms.
NO2 <0.0001 ppm NitriteIt is a highly toxic, intermediate compound in the nitrogen cycle produced from broken-down ammonia
PO4 0.01 - 0.1 ppm PhosphateIt is essential for plant development but must be managed, as excess levels trigger nuisance algae blooms and inhibit coral calcification.
NH3 <0.1 ppm AmmoniaIt is the primary killer of aquarium fish, causing gill damage, stress, and death
Ca 380 - 450 ppm CalciumSupporting the growth, skeletal structure, and shell formation of corals, mollusks, crustaceans, and coralline algae
KH 8 - 12 dKH AlkalinityIt acts as a shield, neutralizing acids to prevent dangerous pH "crashes" that can harm fish, corals, and plants.
Mg 1200 - 1400 ppm MagnesiumIt enables coral growth by supporting skeletal formation, assists in metabolic processes, and ensures that calcium is available for corals, clams, and coralline algae.
SG 1.023 - 1.026 SG SalinityEssential for maintaining stable, natural water parameters, proper osmoregulation, and stress-free environments for marine fish and corals
ORP 250 - 400 mV Oxidation-Reduction PotentialA higher positive mV indicates clean, oxygen-rich water with high water quality, while low readings indicate high pollution.
About Flavoguttatus Anthias
General information
The Flavoguttatus Anthias is a small and colorful saltwater fish that can grow up to 4 inches in length. It is generally peaceful and can be kept in small groups in a reef or community aquarium. This species requires a water temperature range of 72-78°F and a pH range of 8.1-8.4.
Diet & nutrition
The Flavoguttatus Anthias is omnivorous and feeds on small invertebrates and zooplankton in the wild. In captivity, they can be fed a varied diet consisting of frozen or live brine shrimp, mysis shrimp, and other small meaty foods. It's important to feed them several small meals throughout the day to prevent starvation.
Determining sex
Male Flavoguttatus Anthias are generally more brightly colored and have longer dorsal fins than females.
Breeding & spawning
There is limited information available on the breeding and spawning of Flavoguttatus Anthias in captivity.
Diseases
Flavoguttatus Anthias are generally hardy and not prone to specific diseases. However, they can be susceptible to common aquarium diseases such as ich or fin rot. It's important to maintain good water quality and provide a balanced diet to prevent diseases.
Origination
The Flavoguttatus Anthias is native to the Western Pacific Ocean, specifically in areas such as Japan, Indonesia, and the Philippines.
Cautions
The Flavoguttatus Anthias is generally considered safe for aquariums. However, they are known to be territorial towards other similar-looking species, so it's important to keep them with peaceful tank mates. They may also become stressed in a tank with aggressive or bullying fish.
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