Paranthias colonus
| Identification | A streamlined, chromis-like anthias, olive to reddish-brown above with a rosy-red flush on the flanks, pale belly and three small pale spots along the back. Also called the Pacific Creolefish. |
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| Maximum Length | 13.8″ |
| Origin | Eastern Pacific (Gulf of California to Peru, Galapagos) |
| Minimum Tank Size | 125 Gallon |
| Reef Compatibility | Reef safe. A peaceful open-water plankton feeder that ignores corals and invertebrates. |
Behavior
A hardy, active shoaling anthias that spends its time swimming in the open water column. Best kept in a group in a spacious tank with strong flow and high oxygen. Cooler-water species that stays peaceful with tankmates.
Diet & Feeding
Frequent small feedings of mysis, enriched brine and prepared frozen plankton foods; anthias have fast metabolisms and need feeding 2–3 times daily.
Cautions
Prefers cooler water and needs open swimming room; keep in groups for best behavior.
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