Red Cheek Anthias

Red Cheek Anthias

Scientific Name Pseudanthias huchtii
Identification Pink to orange body with a distinctive red cheek patch. Males have elongated dorsal fin.
Maximum Length 4.5 inches
Origin Western Pacific
Minimum Tank Size 70 gallons
Reef Compatibility Reef safe

Behavior

Peaceful schooling anthias. Best kept in small groups with one dominant male.

Diet & Feeding

Carnivore. Requires multiple feedings daily of small meaty foods — mysis, copepods, and Cyclop-eeze.