Fathead Anthias

  • Thread starter Thread starter Lebreton33
  • Start date Start date
  • Tagged users Tagged users None

Lebreton33

Active Member
View Badges
Joined
Apr 17, 2015
Messages
282
Reaction score
117
Location
Chicago
Rating - 0%
0   0   0
Hi all. I've got a male and female pair of Pictilis Anthias. They show zero aggression towards each other. Can I add a fathead anthias to them? Anyone with experience? It's a 300 gallon non-aggressive FOWLR. Thanks!
 
In my humble opinion, yes 300g is plenty big enough. I mixed Bourbonus (spelled wrong) and Fathead.
 
I would add several more because if the male is aggressive it will spread out the aggression. I tried 7 of these and only 1 survived so take it for what it's worth.
 
Your biggest issue is fathead or sunburst anthias are very shy and tend to hide in caves.

I’m a 300g you may not see them often.
 
They are not very aggressive eaters. I always have to put in plenty of food so mine can get some.
 

TOP 10 Trending Threads

WHEN NUISANCE ALGAE OR CYANO FIRST APPEARS, WHAT DO YOU DO FIRST?

  • Manually remove it and observe

    Votes: 3 12.5%
  • Retest nutrients and other parameters

    Votes: 4 16.7%
  • Adjust flow or lighting

    Votes: 0 0.0%
  • Reduce or change feeding

    Votes: 0 0.0%
  • Add or strengthen the cleanup crew

    Votes: 4 16.7%
  • Improve filtration or nutrient export

    Votes: 1 4.2%
  • Use a targeted treatment

    Votes: 0 0.0%
  • Wait and let the tank find its balance

    Votes: 9 37.5%
  • Phone a friend...

    Votes: 0 0.0%
  • It depends (explain in the comments)

    Votes: 3 12.5%
Back
Top
Home
Post thread…
Market
What's new