{"product_id":"lyretail-anthias-female","title":"Lyretail Anthias - Female","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"sectionContent\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn-store pickup only.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe Lyretail Anthias (\u003cem\u003ePseudanthias squamipinnis\u003c\/em\u003e) is one of the most popular and colorful reef fish in the hobby. Females display a stunning orange-gold coloration and are known for their active, schooling behavior. This is an intermediate-level species that thrives in groups and is completely reef-safe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eLooking for more saltwater fish? Browse our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/saltwater-fish\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSaltwater Fish\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/saltwater-supplies\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSaltwater Supplies\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionTitle\"\u003eCare Guide\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionContent\"\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 125 gallons minimum — larger for groups of 5+\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 72–78°F (22–26°C)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSalinity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.020–1.025 sg\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8.1–8.4\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003edKH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8–12\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carnivore — frozen mysis shrimp, enriched brine shrimp, high-quality flake and pellet foods. Feed multiple small meals per day.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful — best kept in groups with one male and several females\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReef Compatible:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — completely reef-safe\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMax Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 inches (13 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionTitle\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionContent\"\u003e\n  \u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eLyretail Anthias (Female)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePseudanthias squamipinnis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFamily\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eSerranidae\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eIndo-Pacific, Red Sea, East Africa to the Western Pacific\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eIntermediate\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReef Compatible\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLifespan\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e5–7 years in captivity\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize at Purchase\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e2–3 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eSaltwater\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionTitle\"\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionContent\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eLyretail Anthias are peaceful community fish that do well in reef tanks with other non-aggressive species. They occupy the middle water column and appreciate plenty of open swimming space along with rocky overhangs for shelter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGood tank mates:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clownfish, tangs, wrasses, gobies, blennies, cardinalfish, and other peaceful reef fish\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvoid:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large aggressive fish such as triggers, large groupers, and lionfish that may view anthias as prey\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionTitle\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionContent\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre Lyretail Anthias reef-safe?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, Lyretail Anthias are completely reef-safe. They will not bother corals, clams, or other invertebrates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow often should I feed Lyretail Anthias?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAnthias have a fast metabolism and do best with 2–3 small feedings per day rather than one large feeding. A refugium that produces copepods can help supplement their diet between feedings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan female Lyretail Anthias change sex?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. All anthias are protogynous hermaphrodites — meaning they are born female. If the dominant male is removed from the group, the largest female will typically transform into a male over several weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow many Lyretail Anthias should I keep together?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThey do best in groups of 5 or more with only one male. A single female can also be kept, but they are much more active and confident in a group setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Squeaky's Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48518264193243,"sku":"SW3-SW1870","price":39.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0767\/5209\/3403\/files\/image_b635b399-31ad-4c51-8c52-b285cbd223d5.jpg?v=1774634701","url":"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/lyretail-anthias-female","provider":"Squeaky's Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}