Fin's Fish Guide
The Princess anthias (Pseudanthias smithvanizi) is a fish of the family Serranidae that grows up to 10 cm.
Description
The Princess anthias is a fairy basslet (Serranidae) from coral-reef water of the Indo-West Pacific. The species grows to about 10 cm and has a stocky body with vivid orange, pink or purple tints. As a social planktivore it hovers in schools above and along the reef slope and snaps at zooplankton in the current. It starts life as a female and can later change into a male. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Princess anthias?
The Princess anthias is mainly red-orange.
Where does the Princess anthias live?
The Princess anthias is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Princess anthias get?
The Princess anthias grows to a maximum of about 10 cm.
Is the Princess anthias dangerous to humans?
No, the Princess anthias is harmless to humans. This species is harmless to humans. No specific first aid is needed. Still handle the fish with care: mind the fin rays and the sharp edges of the gill cover, and rinse any scratch with clean water and cover it. For a dirty or deep wound check tetanus status.
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Same genus Pseudanthias
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