Flame anthias (Pseudanthias ignitus)

Scientific name: Pseudanthias ignitus Randall & Lubbock, 1981

The Flame anthias (Pseudanthias ignitus) is a marine fish of the family Serranidae. In the aquarium it needs water at 22–27°C (72–81°F). Native range: Indian Ocean, Maldives and Similan Island, Thailand.

Flame anthias care at a glance

Temperature: 22–27°C (72–81°F)

Biology

Recognized by the red caudal fin and red spot at the base of pectoral fin.

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Species facts

Scientific name: Pseudanthias ignitus
Family: Serranidae (Sea basses: groupers and fairy basslets)
Order: Perciformes (Perch-like fish)
Class: Actinopterygii (Ray-finned fishes)
Maximum length: 9.0
Depth range: 10–30 m (33–98 ft)
Environment: Marine; reef-associated; depth range 10 - 30 m
Climate: Tropical
Distribution: Indian Ocean: Maldives and Similan Island, Thailand.
Conservation status (IUCN): Least Concern (LC)
Threat to humans: Harmless
Uses: Aquarium: commercial
Resilience: High, minimum population doubling time less than 15 months (Preliminary K or Fecundity.)