🐠 Yellowback Anthias (Pseudanthias evansi)
Marine Anthias • Reef Planktivore • Schooling Display Fish • Reef Aquarium Fish
 
📋 The Yellowback Anthias (Pseudanthias evansi) is a highly sought-after reef anthias known for its vivid purple-pink body contrasted by a bright yellow dorsal back.
In aquariums, it functions as an Active Mid-Water Planktivore, making it ideal for large, mature reef systems with strong circulation and high oxygen levels.
This species displays best when kept in small groups, where natural schooling behavior and color intensity are fully expressed.
With the correct environment, it thrives as a Premium Reef Display Fish in stable saltwater aquariums.
 
💡 Highlights
✨ Yellow Back Stripe: High-contrast coloration with striking dorsal yellow
🐠Active Schooling Fish: Constant mid-water movement
🌊 Planktivore Feeder: Requires frequent small meals
🧠 Social Anthias Species: Best coloration when kept in groups
🏠 Reef-Safe Anthias: Safe with corals and invertebrates