🐠 Dispar Anthias (Pseudanthias dispar)
🐠 Dispar Anthias (Pseudanthias dispar)
Marine Anthias • Reef Planktivore • Schooling Display Fish • Reef Aquarium Fish
📋 The Dispar Anthias (Pseudanthias dispar), also known as the Peach Anthias, is a vibrant reef fish admired for its orange-pink coloration and active schooling behavior.
In aquariums, it functions as an Active Mid-Water Planktivore, making it ideal for reef systems with strong circulation, high oxygen levels, and stable water quality.
This species is hardy compared to many anthias and adapts well to captive conditions when kept in appropriate groups.
With the correct setup, it thrives as a Colorful Reef Display Fish in mature saltwater aquariums.
💡 Highlights
✨ Bright Peach-Orange Color: Excellent contrast in reef lighting
🐠Schooling Anthias: Displays best in groups
🌊 Planktivore Feeder: Thrives on frequent small meals
🧠 Hardier Anthias Species: More forgiving than deepwater varieties
🏠 Reef-Safe Anthias: Safe with corals and invertebrates
🧾 A Quick Look at the Dispar Anthias
📛 Common Name: Dispar Anthias
🔬 Scientific Name: Pseudanthias dispar
👨👩👧 Family: Serranidae
🌍 Origin: Indo-Pacific
📏 Max Size: 7–8 cm (≈ 2.8–3.1″)
💧 pH Range: 8.1–8.4
🌡️ Temperature Range: 24–27 °C (≈ 75–81 °F)
🧠 Care Level: Intermediate
💖 Temperament: Peaceful
🌿 Reef Safe: ✅ Yes
🏠 Min Tank Size: 280 L (≈ 75 gallons)
📌 Tank Level: Mid-Water
🧬 Captive Bred: ❌ No
🌿 Wild Caught: ✅ Yes
⏳ Lifespan: 5–7 years
🍽️ Diet: Carnivore (plankton-based)
🐣 Reproduction: Egg layer

















