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ezhoops
10/09/2011, 10:43 AM
Just wondering if there are any anthias I could keep in a 50 breeder?

I would like to keep a trio

kellerexpress
10/09/2011, 10:48 AM
Typically anthias like bigger tanks, however having said that I've kept a trio of bartletts in my 57 rimless for a while now, they are doing great.

snorvich
10/09/2011, 12:04 PM
Normally more than one "requires" a 125.

ezhoops
10/09/2011, 03:14 PM
Which species remain the smallest and would adapt best

A_Z
10/09/2011, 05:51 PM
well according to LA for certain single specimens

Resplendent Anthias generally stay in the middle levels of the tank, but also require plenty of caves, ledges, and other hiding places. Although a 25-gallon tank will suffice for one fish, if keeping a group of one male and several females, a 125-gallon tank or larger tank is needed.

This variety of Anthias does best in an aquarium with low, indirect lighting or its brilliant colors will fade. Although preferring to remain at the mid-tank level, they have been found at depths up to 600 feet in the wild. A 25 gallon tank will suffice for one fish, however, if keeping a group, a 125 gallon tank should be used since the Squareback Anthias appreciates plenty of room to swim.

That Fish Place recommends tank sizes 40-70g for single specimens.

snorvich
10/09/2011, 05:51 PM
Which species remain the smallest and would adapt best

I am NOT an expert on anthias but I would recommend resplendent.

SDguy
10/09/2011, 06:44 PM
Princess or sunset would be good options.

ezhoops
10/09/2011, 07:43 PM
do they do well singly?

SDguy
10/09/2011, 07:49 PM
I thought you wanted a trio? The ones I mentioned are small, trio would be great.

ezhoops
10/09/2011, 08:57 PM
I do but I also dont want any problems. 3 resplendent it is

SDguy
10/09/2011, 09:01 PM
Eh, I'd still look into the ones I mentioed...