Stocky Anthias
Pseudanthias hypselosoma
Saltwater Fish
Species Group: Anthias
Family: Serranidae
Log in or create an account to add this species to your tanks.
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 Stocky Anthias
General information
The Stocky Anthias is a beautiful and colorful fish that can be found in the Indo-Pacific region. They can grow up to 4.5 inches (11 cm) in length and are known for their stocky body shape. These fish are active swimmers and can be kept in reef aquariums, but they require plenty of swimming space.
Diet & nutrition
In the wild, the Stocky Anthias feeds on zooplankton and small crustaceans. In captivity, they can be fed a varied diet that includes frozen mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, and other meaty foods. It is important to feed them multiple times per day to ensure they are getting enough nutrition.
Determining sex
Males of the Stocky Anthias are larger and more colorful than females. Males also have a larger dorsal fin and a more pronounced lyre tail.
Breeding & spawning
The breeding behavior of the Stocky Anthias in captivity is not well documented. However, in the wild, they are known to form harems with one dominant male and several females. The male will defend the harem from other males and fertilize the eggs that the females lay.
Diseases
The Stocky Anthias is generally hardy and disease-resistant if kept in optimal conditions. However, they can be susceptible to common fish diseases such as marine ich and velvet if their water quality is poor.
Origination
The Stocky Anthias is found in the western Pacific, from the Philippines to the Solomon Islands.
Acclimation process
When introducing the Stocky Anthias to a new aquarium, it is important to acclimate them slowly. This can be done by floating their bag in the aquarium water for about 15-20 minutes, then adding small amounts of aquarium water to the bag every 10-15 minutes until the water volume has doubled. Then, the fish can be gently netted and released into the aquarium.
All photos
Tap a photo to open the gallery viewer.