International Aquatics
Red Fairy Anthias
Red Fairy Anthias
🛡️ International Aquatics Quarantine & Guarantee
All fish are checked by marine vets, given a formalin bath, and held for 14 days in copper-treated systems. We feed Selcon-soaked food with Kanaplex and Metroplex during quarantine. Unless marked, all livestock comes with our 15-Day Guarantee. You will receive a video of your fish eating before shipment. For size preference please add a note on your order and we will match your fish to your requested size. If you just want the fish without our QT process, Please email us directly with your order number. Please note this does waive the 15 day guarantee.
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Red Fairy Anthias (Pseudanthias kashiwae) is a peaceful species that is reef-safe, admired for its vivid red, orange, and pink coloration, graceful schooling behavior, and striking sexual dimorphism. These anthias are highly sought after by reef aquarists for their beauty and their activity in mid-water columns.
Males typically develop more intense red and pink hues with elongated dorsal and tail streamers, while females/juveniles are smaller, displaying softer shades of orange to pink without elongated fins. They reach about 6–7 inches in adult size and should be housed in aquariums of at least 125 gallons, ideally with a group consisting of one male and several females to encourage natural schooling and reduce aggression.
Provide plenty of open swimming space, live rock for shelter and hiding, and strong water movement to replicate their natural reef environment. A secure lid is recommended, as anthias are prone to jumping. Keep stable water parameters (salinity ~1.020–1.025, temp ~72–79°F, pH ~8.1–8.4) for long-term health.
Diet should consist of frequent feedings of small meaty foods such as mysis shrimp, enriched brine shrimp, copepods, finely chopped seafood, and high-quality marine pellets. With proper care, the Red Fairy Anthias becomes a stunning centerpiece in large reef aquariums.
International Aquatics Quarantine & Guarantee: All fish are checked by marine vets, given a formalin bath, and held for 14 days in copper-treated systems. We feed Selcon-soaked food with Kanaplex and Metroplex during quarantine. Unless marked, all livestock comes with our 15-Day Guarantee. You will receive a video of your fish eating before shipment. On request, we also send photos/videos after arrival at IA. Some species are import-to-order (3-10 business days). Many common species are already cleared or near the end of QT.
Several species will be import-to-order and may take anywhere from 3-10 business days to secure. Once your fish is secured, you will be notified, and the quarantine process will then begin.
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