The **Pictilis Anthias** is a vibrant and eye-catching fish native to the Pacific Ocean. These Anthias display a predominantly pink body accented with yellow hues that fade towards the tail. Males are typically more vividly colored than females and often lack the yellow tint.

Reaching up to 5 inches in length, **Pictilis Anthias** require a minimum tank size of 120 gallons. They are generally peaceful and coexist well with other fish, corals, and invertebrates, making them an excellent choice for reef aquariums. All **Pictilis Anthias** begin life as females, and in the absence of a male, the dominant female will transform into a male. It's advisable not to house multiple males together due to potential aggression.

These Anthias thrive in small groups, either all females or one male with several females. In aquariums, they tend to swim in groups, adding dynamic movement and color. As a deeper water species, they prefer cooler water temperatures and benefit from having shaded areas to retreat from bright lights.

Being carnivorous, **Pictilis Anthias** need a diet rich in meaty foods such as mysis and brine shrimp, high-quality frozen foods, and flake or pellet options. Due to their active nature, they should be fed small meals multiple times daily rather than one large meal.

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• Temperament: Peaceful
• Maximum Size: 5 inches
• Coloration: Pink, Yellow, Red
• Diet: Carnivorous
• Region: Pacific Ocean, Australia
• Reef Compatibility: Yes
• Experience Level: Intermediate
• Water Conditions: 72-80?F, SG 1.020-1.027, pH 7.9-8.5
• Other Names: Painted Anthias
• Tank Size: 120 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