Threadfin Anthias
(Nemanthias carberryi)

Description

Threadfin Anthias: A Dazzling Jewel for Your Reef Aquarium

Add a splash of vibrant color and dynamic movement to your marine display with the captivating Threadfin Anthias. Its graceful schooling behavior and striking hues make it a true showstopper.

Overview

The Threadfin Anthias (*Nemanthias carberryi*) is a beautiful marine fish showcasing a body that ranges from brilliant yellow to shades of orange and pink, often with purple accents on the head and abdomen, especially in males. Males typically display more vivid coloration and longer fins than females. They are active mid-water swimmers, gracefully darting through the water column, and will appreciate ample open swimming space within your aquarium.

Care Level

Considered an intermediate to advanced care species, the Threadfin Anthias requires stable water conditions and frequent feedings to thrive. While generally peaceful, they can exhibit semi-aggressive tendencies towards conspecifics or similar species, particularly males. Keeping them in a group with one male and multiple females in a sufficiently large system is recommended.

Tank Essentials

A minimum tank size of 250-300 litres is advised for a single specimen, with larger tanks (300L+) necessary for a group to provide ample swimming room and reduce stress. Essential water parameters include a pH range of 8.1-8.4, a temperature of 22-26°C, and a specific gravity of 1.020-1.025.

Diet

Threadfin Anthias are carnivorous planktivores, requiring multiple small feedings daily due to their high metabolism. Offer a varied diet of high-quality frozen mysis shrimp, enriched brine shrimp, copepods, and finely chopped meaty foods.

Why Buy From Us

When you buy Threadfin Anthias online from us, you’re choosing healthy aquarium fish responsibly sourced and meticulously cared for. Our rigorous quarantine protocols ensure your new aquatic inhabitants are acclimatized and robust before reaching your doorstep, promoting successful integration into your marine environment.

• Scientific Name: Nemanthias carberryi
• Common Name / Variant: Threadfin Anthias, Carberryi Anthias
• Maximum Size: 13 cm
• Origin: Western Indian Ocean (e.g., Maldives, South Africa)
• pH Range: 8.1–8.4
• Temperature: 22–26°C
• Lifespan: 5–7 years
• Swimming Zone: Mid

Transform your reef tank with the exquisite Threadfin Anthias today!