Tiger Queen Anthias
Tiger Queen Anthias, Pseudoanthias lori, is a deep water Anthias found in parts of the Great Barrier Reef and throughout the Indo-Pacific. This species is also know as Lori's Basslet. This pearly white fish has a nice splash of color added by the orange vertical bars along the dorsal ridge. This carnivore can be kept singly or, more strikingly, in a group. If adding more than one, all should be introduced at the same time. Because of their small size, they do not pose a threat to other fish and make wonderful reef inhabitants. A typical meal for an Anthias is comprised of zooplankton and small animals such as brine shrimp and copepods. In the wild, Anthias form large schooling groups on the reefs. A single male may claim part of the reef as his and fight off other males that try to invade. The Tiger Queen Anthias prefers moderate lighting.
Approximate Arrival Size for Tiger Queen Anthias: 1.5 to 3.5 in
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