🐠Bartlett's Anthias (Pseudanthias bartlettorum)
Marine Anthias • Reef Planktivore • Schooling Display Fish • Reef Aquarium Fish
 
📋 The Bartlett’s Anthias (Pseudanthias bartlettorum) is a popular reef anthias known for its vibrant yellow head, purple-magenta body, and active schooling behavior.
In aquariums, it functions as an Active Mid-Water Planktivore, making it well suited for reef systems with strong circulation, high oxygen levels, and stable water quality.
This species is considered one of the hardier anthias and adapts well to captive life when kept in appropriate groupings.
With the correct setup, it thrives as a Colorful Reef Display Fish in mature saltwater aquariums.
 
💡 Highlights
✨ Bold Yellow & Purple Coloration: High-contrast colors that stand out in reef tanks
🐠 Hardier Anthias Species: More forgiving than many anthias varieties
🌊 Planktivore Feeder: Thrives on frequent small meals
🧠 Active Schooling Fish: Displays best in groups
🏠 Reef-Safe Anthias: Safe with corals and invertebrates