{"title":"Anthias","description":"\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"1we7jco\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"20\"\u003eAnthias Collection\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1foze69\" data-start=\"22\" data-end=\"67\"\u003ePremium Anthias Fish for Sale in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"168ochi\" data-start=\"69\" data-end=\"119\"\u003eColourful Schooling Anthias for Reef Aquariums\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"121\" data-end=\"442\"\u003eExplore our \u003cstrong data-start=\"133\" data-end=\"155\"\u003eAnthias Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e, featuring some of the most vibrant and active \u003cstrong data-start=\"203\" data-end=\"236\"\u003eanthias for sale in Australia\u003c\/strong\u003e. Known for their stunning pink, orange, and purple coloration, \u003cstrong data-start=\"300\" data-end=\"316\"\u003eanthias fish\u003c\/strong\u003e are a favourite among reef aquarists looking to create natural schooling behaviour and constant movement in the water column.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"444\" data-end=\"644\"\u003eAt Aquamarine Aquaristics, we supply high-quality \u003cstrong data-start=\"494\" data-end=\"538\"\u003emarine fish for sale online in Australia\u003c\/strong\u003e, carefully selected for health, strong feeding response, and successful acclimation to home reef systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"xiodk9\" data-start=\"646\" data-end=\"668\"\u003eWhy Choose Anthias?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"17hd7kv\" data-start=\"670\" data-end=\"722\"\u003eActive Schooling Reef Fish with Brilliant Colour\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"724\" data-end=\"1063\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"724\" data-end=\"735\"\u003eAnthias\u003c\/strong\u003e are peaceful, reef-safe schooling fish that thrive in groups and bring constant motion to the mid-water zone of a marine aquarium. They do best in stable reef environments with regular feeding and adequate swimming space. Their natural shoaling behaviour creates a dynamic, ocean-like display that enhances any reef tank setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1065\" data-end=\"1195\"\u003eBrowse our \u003cstrong data-start=\"1076\" data-end=\"1098\"\u003eAnthias collection\u003c\/strong\u003e to find premium schooling reef fish that add colour, movement, and life to your marine aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"dispar-anrthias-nemanthias-dispar","title":"Dispar Anthias (Nemanthias dispar)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"41\" data-end=\"327\"\u003eThe \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eDispar Anthias\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e is one of the most colourful and active schooling reef fish available in the aquarium hobby. Known for its vivid pink to orange coloration and constant mid-water swimming behaviour, this species brings movement and energy to large reef systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"329\" data-end=\"554\"\u003eDispar Anthias are peaceful, reef safe, and best kept in groups where their natural schooling behaviour can be fully expressed. They are a favourite for display aquariums due to their constant activity and bright colouration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"556\" data-end=\"559\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"182xu3l\" data-start=\"561\" data-end=\"579\"\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"580\" data-end=\"601\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"580\" data-end=\"601\"\u003ePseudanthias dispar\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"pmqvto\" data-start=\"603\" data-end=\"618\"\u003eCommon Names\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"619\" data-end=\"715\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ppo1st\" data-start=\"619\" data-end=\"635\"\u003eDispar Anthias\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"i0d504\" data-start=\"636\" data-end=\"677\"\u003eLyretail Dispar (trade variation usage)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"xgnbq9\" data-start=\"678\" data-end=\"715\"\u003eOrange Anthias (generic trade name)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1qzafwm\" data-start=\"717\" data-end=\"730\"\u003eCare Level\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"731\" data-end=\"751\"\u003eModerate to Advanced\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"hen2a5\" data-start=\"753\" data-end=\"767\"\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"768\" data-end=\"776\"\u003ePeaceful\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"19ibluo\" data-start=\"778\" data-end=\"790\"\u003eReef Safe\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"791\" data-end=\"817\"\u003eYes — completely reef safe\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"3gjly\" data-start=\"819\" data-end=\"839\"\u003eMinimum Tank Size\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"840\" data-end=\"845\"\u003e300L+\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"5kfy20\" data-start=\"847\" data-end=\"862\"\u003eMaximum Size\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"863\" data-end=\"919\"\u003eAround 8–10cm (males slightly larger and more colourful)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"709irz\" data-start=\"921\" data-end=\"932\"\u003eLifespan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"933\" data-end=\"980\"\u003e3–5+ years (longer in stable, well-fed systems)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"982\" data-end=\"985\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1suaofr\" data-start=\"987\" data-end=\"1005\"\u003eNatural Habitat\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1006\" data-end=\"1235\"\u003eDispar Anthias are found throughout Indo-Pacific reef slopes and outer reef drop-offs where they form large shoals above coral structures. They spend most of their time in the water column feeding on plankton carried by currents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1237\" data-end=\"1332\"\u003eMales are typically more brightly coloured and may maintain harems of females within the group.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1334\" data-end=\"1337\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"km3ghp\" data-start=\"1339\" data-end=\"1356\"\u003eDiet \u0026amp; Feeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1357\" data-end=\"1446\"\u003eAnthias have high metabolisms and require frequent feeding to maintain colour and health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"111urya\" data-start=\"1448\" data-end=\"1469\"\u003eRecommended Foods\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1470\" data-end=\"1648\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"u16jgi\" data-start=\"1470\" data-end=\"1491\"\u003eFrozen mysis shrimp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"pqnwho\" data-start=\"1492\" data-end=\"1517\"\u003eBrine shrimp (enriched)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1hbtl71\" data-start=\"1518\" data-end=\"1548\"\u003eCopepods and plankton blends\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"kcckvq\" data-start=\"1549\" data-end=\"1591\"\u003eHigh-quality marine pellets (small size)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"n9qh4d\" data-start=\"1592\" data-end=\"1623\"\u003eFrozen marine carnivore mixes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1wtgeqx\" data-start=\"1624\" data-end=\"1648\"\u003eFinely chopped seafood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1650\" data-end=\"1716\"\u003eFeed 2–3 times daily (or more in larger systems) for best results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1718\" data-end=\"1721\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1e9f84q\" data-start=\"1723\" data-end=\"1742\"\u003eWater Parameters\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"l4l55\" data-start=\"1744\" data-end=\"1770\"\u003eRecommended Parameters\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1771\" data-end=\"1881\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1kvso5a\" data-start=\"1771\" data-end=\"1794\"\u003eSalinity: 1.024–1.026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"5ihs70\" data-start=\"1795\" data-end=\"1817\"\u003eTemperature: 24–26°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"184g37g\" data-start=\"1818\" data-end=\"1831\"\u003epH: 8.1–8.4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ytfumf\" data-start=\"1832\" data-end=\"1847\"\u003eAmmonia: 0ppm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1pi3vo6\" data-start=\"1848\" data-end=\"1863\"\u003eNitrite: 0ppm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"w7mpeb\" data-start=\"1864\" data-end=\"1881\"\u003eNitrate: \u0026lt;10ppm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1883\" data-end=\"1962\"\u003eStable, oxygen-rich systems are essential due to their constant activity level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1964\" data-end=\"1967\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"go244y\" data-start=\"1969\" data-end=\"1982\"\u003eTank Setup\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1983\" data-end=\"2071\"\u003eDispar Anthias thrive in mature reef aquariums with strong flow and open swimming space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"hgosnf\" data-start=\"2073\" data-end=\"2097\"\u003eIdeal Setup Includes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2098\" data-end=\"2273\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"12m7cuu\" data-start=\"2098\" data-end=\"2132\"\u003eOpen water column swimming space\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1xhim44\" data-start=\"2133\" data-end=\"2166\"\u003eLive rock structure for shelter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1rfl4m8\" data-start=\"2167\" data-end=\"2194\"\u003eHigh oxygenation and flow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1e5q7r8\" data-start=\"2195\" data-end=\"2220\"\u003eStable reef environment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1nmnvzr\" data-start=\"2221\" data-end=\"2245\"\u003eMultiple feeding zones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1l00cd5\" data-start=\"2246\" data-end=\"2273\"\u003eTight lid (they may jump)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2275\" data-end=\"2346\"\u003eThey are best kept in groups with a dominant male and multiple females.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2348\" data-end=\"2351\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"14bu82z\" data-start=\"2353\" data-end=\"2369\"\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2370\" data-end=\"2428\"\u003eDispar Anthias are peaceful and highly community-friendly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"9znyyb\" data-start=\"2430\" data-end=\"2462\"\u003eCommon Compatible Tank Mates\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2463\" data-end=\"2573\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"3pp0x1\" data-start=\"2463\" data-end=\"2474\"\u003eClownfish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"17826xz\" data-start=\"2475\" data-end=\"2482\"\u003eTangs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1xhh3ju\" data-start=\"2483\" data-end=\"2492\"\u003eWrasses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1xc5ue5\" data-start=\"2493\" data-end=\"2501\"\u003eGobies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ybdoik\" data-start=\"2502\" data-end=\"2512\"\u003eBlennies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ptk2sb\" data-start=\"2513\" data-end=\"2530\"\u003eDwarf angelfish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"llkddf\" data-start=\"2531\" data-end=\"2573\"\u003eOther anthias species (in large systems)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"djj6y4\" data-start=\"2575\" data-end=\"2595\"\u003eUse Caution With\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2596\" data-end=\"2760\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1e7zaai\" data-start=\"2596\" data-end=\"2649\"\u003eHighly aggressive fish (triggers, large dottybacks)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"izckx6\" data-start=\"2650\" data-end=\"2698\"\u003eFast-feeding aggressive species in small tanks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1oh7ydo\" data-start=\"2699\" data-end=\"2760\"\u003eUnderstocked systems without frequent feeding opportunities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2762\" data-end=\"2821\"\u003eThey do best in calm to moderately active reef communities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2823\" data-end=\"2826\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"10qn8xj\" data-start=\"2828\" data-end=\"2846\"\u003eCommon Mistakes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"116kxws\" data-start=\"2848\" data-end=\"2864\"\u003eUnderfeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2865\" data-end=\"2958\"\u003eThis is the most common issue. Anthias require frequent feeding due to their high metabolism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"us07as\" data-start=\"2960\" data-end=\"2979\"\u003eKeeping Singles\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2980\" data-end=\"3058\"\u003eThey are schooling fish and become stressed or fade in colour when kept alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1skhrms\" data-start=\"3060\" data-end=\"3088\"\u003eInsufficient Flow\/Oxygen\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3089\" data-end=\"3145\"\u003eLow flow systems often lead to lethargy and poor health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"61snv9\" data-start=\"3147\" data-end=\"3184\"\u003eOverstocking Without Feeding Plan\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3185\" data-end=\"3247\"\u003eThey require a consistent feeding routine to thrive long-term.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3249\" data-end=\"3252\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1cu5ghn\" data-start=\"3254\" data-end=\"3266\"\u003eFun Facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3268\" data-end=\"3573\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1obzla3\" data-start=\"3268\" data-end=\"3360\"\u003eDispar Anthias live in large natural shoals that can number in the hundreds on wild reefs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"vw67bp\" data-start=\"3361\" data-end=\"3427\"\u003eMales can change sex from female under social hierarchy changes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"n4f2ws\" data-start=\"3428\" data-end=\"3504\"\u003eTheir colour intensity improves dramatically in high-quality reef systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"kxopos\" data-start=\"3505\" data-end=\"3573\"\u003eThey are one of the most visually active fish groups in the ocean.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3575\" data-end=\"3578\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"13acfyt\" data-start=\"3580\" data-end=\"3699\"\u003eWhy Buy Dispar Anthias From \u003ca data-start=\"3611\" data-end=\"3698\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"decorated-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aquamarineaquaristic.com.au?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eAquamarine Aquaristic\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"ms-0.5 inline-block align-middle leading-none\"\u003e\u003csvg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-rtl-flip=\"\" class=\"block h-[0.75em] w-[0.75em] stroke-current stroke-[0.75]\"\u003e\u003cuse fill=\"currentColor\" href=\"\/cdn\/assets\/sprites-core-45720d6d.svg#304883\"\u003e\u003c\/use\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3700\" data-end=\"3921\"\u003eAt Aquamarine Aquaristic, our anthias are carefully conditioned and feeding strongly before sale. 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