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Sunset Anthias
Pyronotanthias parvirostris
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| Care Level | Moderate |
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| Temperament | Peaceful |
| Reef Safe | Yes |
| Functional Benefit | Ornamental Only |
| Diet Type | Planktivore |
| Mininum Tank Size | 70 gallons |
| Max Size | 3 inches |
| Temperature | 72–78°F |
| pH Range | 8.1–8.4 |
| Specific Gravity | 1.022–1.025 |
The Sunset Anthias (Pyronotanthias parvirostris) is a small reef anthias often described as the Diadem or Shortsnout Anthias. In aquariums, males typically show a yellow-to-pink body with magenta accents, while females tend to hold a more uniform yellow tone.
What You’ll Observe:
- Swimming in the water column with frequent short “dashes” back to rockwork
- Schooling behavior that looks most natural when kept as a small group
- A clear “leader” fish that spends more time out in the open
- Quick, repeated feeding strikes in midwater once it recognizes your routine
Provide open swimming room plus multiple rock openings so each fish can pick a preferred retreat. Offer small meaty foods sized for planktivores several times per day so they can feed in short, natural bursts, and keep tankmates calm enough that the group stays visible and active.
How do you tell males and females apart in Sunset Anthias?
Males usually show stronger pink/magenta accents and more dramatic fin edging, while females trend more solid yellow.
Can a Sunset Anthias change sex in a home aquarium?
Like many anthias, the dominant fish in a group can transition over time if the social structure changes.
Will Sunset Anthias do fine under bright SPS lighting?
Many hobbyists start them with shaded areas/overhangs available and let them settle in before expecting them to stay out in the brightest zones.
Do Sunset Anthias tend to jump?
Keepers commonly plan for this by using a tight-fitting lid or mesh top, especially during the first weeks.
Can Sunset Anthias be mixed with other anthias species?
It’s commonly discussed as possible, but aquarists usually focus on keeping enough space and a clear social structure so smaller anthias aren’t pushed into hiding.
Shipped with pure oxygen and temperature control so it arrives stress-free and ready to eat.
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