Yellowback Anthias
Pseudanthias evansi
- Group: Anthias
- Typical depth: 4–40 m
- Max size: 12 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A small anthias that swarms in large groups along outer reef slopes and drop offs, climbing toward the surface to chase zooplankton. Males show off vivid colour as they court within the school.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Perciformes › Anthiadidae › Pseudanthias
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 218281.
FAQ
- How deep does the Yellowback Anthias live?
- The Yellowback Anthias (Pseudanthias evansi) is typically found at 4–40 m.
- Is the Yellowback Anthias dangerous to divers?
- The Yellowback Anthias is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Yellowback Anthias get?
- The Yellowback Anthias grows to about 12 cm.