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Queen Purple Anthias (Mirolabrichthys tuka)
Queen Purple Anthias
Please Note: Due to variations within species, your item may not look identical to the image provided. Approximate size range may also vary between individual specimen.
Please Note: Due to variations within species, your item may not look identical to the image provided. Approximate size range may also vary between individual specimen.
Queen Purple Anthias (Mirolabrichthys tuka)
Additional locales and sizes may be available!
Additional locales and sizes may be available!

Quick Stats

Care Level Expert Only
Temperament Peaceful
Diet Carnivore
Reef Compatible Yes
Water Conditions sg 1.020-1.025, 72-78° F, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4
Max. Size 4½"
Minimum Tank Size 125 gallons
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Care Level Expert Only
Temperament Peaceful
Diet Carnivore
Reef Compatible Yes
Water Conditions sg 1.020-1.025, 72-78° F, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4
Max. Size 4½"
Minimum Tank Size 125 gallons
Compatibility View Chart
What do these Quick Stats mean? Click here for more information

Overview

Quick Stats

Family: Serranidae
Origin: Pacific
Size: Up to 7 inches
Diet: Carnivore
Tank Set-up: Marine: Coral or rock, plants
Reef Compatible: Yes
Tank Conditions: 72-78ºF; sg 1.020-1.025; pH 8.1-8.4
Minimum Tank Capacity: 130 gallon
Light: High
Temperament: Peaceful
Swimming Level: Middle
Care Level: Experts only

First discovered in 1927 off the coast of New Caledonia, the Queen Purple or Purple Queen Anthias is also known as an Amethyst or Sailfin Anthias, reflecting its brilliant color and dorsal fin. Predominantly bright purple, this color is accentuated by an orange band that extends from the tip of the nose to the base of the pectoral fin.

As is true with most Anthias species, they swim in the middle of the tank environment but appreciate plenty of caves and hiding places. If keeping a group of Purple Queen Anthias, it is best to have one male with several females in a 70 gallon aquarium. A difficult specimen to keep, the Purple Queen may refuse to eat and become invaded by bacteria or parasites as a result of malnutrition and stress.

The Queen Purple Anthias would do best with a constant infusion of live foods. Otherwise they should be fed a varied diet of mysid shrimp, vitamin-enriched brine shrimp, frozen preparations and other meaty items for zooplankton feeders at least 4 times a day

Please Note: We guarantee that ALL aquatic life we offer will arrive alive and in good condition. However, because of the increased level of care required for this particular species, it has been designated as "Expert Only," (R) and we cannot guarantee it after arrival. As an Expert Only species, we recommend that only the expert marine aquarist, zoo, or research institution should purchase this species.

Approximate Purchase Size: 1" to 3-1/2"

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