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Anthias · Shared by MerryBadger · 2 weeks ago

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Saffron 11 does not believe the camera is necessary.

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About the Anthias

Origin
Indo-Pacific coral reefs
Adult size
8–13 cm depending on species
Lifespan
3–5 years in captivity
Minimum tank
200+ litres for a small harem
Feeding
Three or four small feedings a day
Social
Harem — one male to several females; all born female

Read more about the anthias — what they are like to live with, grooming, and the health worth knowing about.

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