Description
Overview:
The Ruby Anthias is a stunning and active marine fish, featuring deep red to ruby-colored body tones with subtle iridescent highlights. Known for their mid-water schooling behavior, they add movement, vibrancy, and elegance to reef aquariums.
Origin:
Native to the Western Atlantic and Caribbean, typically found around coral reefs and drop-offs, where they form small to medium-sized schools.
Feeding:
Planktivorous – feeds on zooplankton and small meaty foods. In captivity, provide frequent feedings of mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, and finely chopped seafood.
Tank Mates:
Best kept with peaceful reef fish. Compatible with other anthias, small schooling fish, and reef-safe species.
Aggression:
Non-aggressive – thrives in groups, displaying natural schooling behavior.
Experience Level:
Intermediate – requires a well-established aquarium with stable water conditions and regular feedings.
Water Parameters:
- Temperature: 72–78°F (22–26°C)
- pH: 8.1–8.4
- Salinity: 1.020–1.025
- Minimum Tank Size: 75+ gallons
The Ruby Anthias is a vibrant, social, and active species, perfect for reef aquarists seeking a striking red mid-water fish to enhance the color and activity of their marine tank.
DX courier delivery is £20 per livestock order.
Delivery is scheduled for your selected delivery date and typically arrives before 1pm.
There is no minimum or maximum order value.
Additional information:
- In-stock livestock orders will be processed and dispatched for delivery on the date selected on the cart/basket page.
- Available delivery days are Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday.
- If any stock issues affect your chosen delivery date, we will contact you as soon as possible by email or telephone.
- Shipping for dry goods is charged separately from livestock delivery. Dry goods are dispatched according to our standard delivery policy.
- All livestock remains covered by our 7-day guarantee.