The **Blotched Anthias** is a highly sought-after reef fish, known for its rarity and striking pink and yellow hues. This deep-water species thrives in aquariums with slightly cooler temperatures and areas of dim lighting. Over time, the **Blotched Anthias** can adjust to brighter reef lighting. Its deep-water habitat makes it challenging to collect, contributing to its limited availability.

With a predominantly pink body adorned with horizontal and vertical yellow stripes, the **Blotched Anthias** also features yellow fins with pink edges. Reaching up to 6 inches as adults, they can be housed in tanks as small as 90 gallons, though larger tanks are ideal for multiple specimens.

To ensure the **Blotched Anthias** thrives, provide ample live rock for cover and hiding spots. Feed them several times daily with a variety of meaty foods like mysis and brine shrimp, and some may even adapt to flake food.

• Temperament: Semi-aggressive
• Maximum Size: 6 inches
• Coloration: Pink, Yellow, Orange
• Diet: Carnivorous
• Regions Found: Japan, Indonesia
• Reef Compatible: Yes
• Experience Level: Intermediate
• Water Conditions: 70-78?F, SG 1.020-1.027, PH 7.9-8.5
• Other Names: Yellow Spotted Anthias, Japanese Spotted Anthias, Borbonius Blotchy Anthias
• Tank Size: 90 Gallons

Size Categories: Tiny: Up to 1 inch, Small: Over 1-1.5 inches, Small/Medium: Over 1.5-2.5 inches, Medium: Over 2.5-3.5 inches, Medium/Large: Over 3.5-4.5 inches, Large: Over 4.5-5.5 inches, Extra Large: Over 5.5-6.5 inches, Extra Extra Large: Over 6.5-7.5 inches, Show Size: Over 7.5-9.5 inches, Jumbo: Over 9.5 inches