Stocky Anthias, scientifically known as Pseudanthias hypselosoma, is a type of marine fish with ray-like fins.
It belongs to the Pseudanthias genus, which is part of the Anthiinae subfamily, and the Serranidae family which includes groupers and sea basses.
This fish lives in the Indo-Pacific region. Sometimes, you can find it in aquariums.
It usually lives close to shorelines and forms groups on well-protected reefs within lagoons or bays. This fish is safe for reef tanks.
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Stocky Anthias Interesting Facts
- Stocky anthias fish are found in the Indo-Pacific region, living near coral reefs at depths between 20 to 164 feet.
- This marine fish prefers water temperatures of 72°F to 81°F (22°C to 27°C) and is typically found in tropical areas.
- Males can grow up to 19 cm long, with more intense colors displayed during certain behaviors.
- Stocky anthias have unique features such as 10 dorsal spines, 15 to 17 dorsal soft rays, 3 anal spines, and 7 anal soft rays.
Stocky Anthias Habitat
Stocky Anthias lives in the Indo-Pacific region, from the Maldives to Samoa, and from Taiwan and the Ryukyu Islands down to Australia’s Great Barrier Reef.
This marine fish is found near coral reefs at depths of 6 to 50 meters (20 to 164 feet).
It prefers water temperatures of 72°F to 81°F (22°C to 27°C) and is typically found in tropical areas between latitudes of 35°N and 24°S, as well as longitudes of 72°E to 169°W.
| Water Temperature: | 72°F to 81°F (22°C to 27°C) |
| Water pH: | Unknown |
| Water Hardness: | Unknown |
Stocky Anthias Physical Characteristics
Size: 5.9 inches (15.0 centimeters)
Stocky anthias can grow up to 19 cm long but are commonly around 15 cm in length.
This fish has 10 dorsal spines and 15 to 17 dorsal soft rays, as well as 3 anal spines and 7 anal soft rays.
Stocky anthias is usually pink in color, but males display more intense colors during certain behaviors.
Its body is quite deep compared to its length (2.5 to 3 times smaller than its length).
Males don’t have a fleshy bump on their upper lip or long dorsal spines, but they do have taller soft dorsal and anal fins.
Female stocky anthias fish’s caudal fins are slightly indented, while males’ caudal fins are flat or slightly rounded.
Stocky Anthias Scientific Classification
| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Chordata |
| Class: | Actinopterygii |
| Order: | Perciformes |
| Family: | Serranidae |
| Genus: | Pseudanthias |
| Scientific Name: | Pseudanthias hypselosoma |
| Also Known As: | Stocky Anthias |
| Conservation Status: | Least Concern |