Resplendent Goldie
(Pseudanthias pulcherrimus)

Description

Resplendent Anthias: Dazzling Jewels for Your Reef Aquarium

Add breathtaking colour and dynamic movement to your marine display with the stunning Resplendent Anthias. Its vibrant hues and graceful schooling behaviour create an unforgettable underwater spectacle.

Overview

The Resplendent Anthias (*Pseudanthias pulcherrimus*) is a remarkably vibrant fish, adorned with shimmering orange, pink, and yellow. Males typically exhibit more intense coloration and elongated dorsal fins, while females display equally beautiful, softer tones. These active fish love to school, adding dynamic motion to the mid-levels of your aquarium. Provide ample rockwork and caves for their natural hiding instincts.

Care Level

Considered a moderate to intermediate care species, the Resplendent Anthias thrives in established, peaceful reef environments. While generally docile, males can be territorial with rivals; a single male with multiple females in a larger setup is ideal. They are completely reef-safe, making them excellent healthy aquarium fish companions for corals and invertebrates.

Tank Essentials

A minimum of 280 litres is recommended for a single Resplendent Anthias, with 450 litres or more essential for a group to reduce aggression and provide ample swimming space. Ensure your aquarium has a tight-fitting lid, as these fish are known jumpers. Maintain stable water parameters within their preferred ranges.

Diet

As a carnivorous planktivore, the Resplendent Anthias requires a varied diet of high-quality frozen foods like mysis shrimp, enriched brine shrimp, and copepods. Offer small, frequent feedings throughout the day to meet their active metabolism. A refugium can provide a continuous supply of live food.

Why Buy From Us

When you buy Resplendent Anthias online from Corais de Vidro, you receive robust, ethically sourced specimens. We prioritise their well-being through careful quarantine and humane shipping, ensuring your new additions arrive in prime condition, ready to thrive in your marine aquarium. Experience our commitment to quality and responsible fishkeeping.

• Scientific Name: Pseudanthias pulcherrimus
• Common Name / Variant: Resplendent Anthias
• Maximum Size: 7 cm
• Origin: Western Indian Ocean
• pH Range: 8.1–8.4
• Temperature: 24–27°C
• Lifespan: Up to 5 years
• Swimming Zone: Mid

Bring the dazzling beauty of Resplendent Anthias to your home today!