Red-Belted Anthias
Pseudanthias rubrizonatus
- Group: Anthias
- Typical depth: 10–133 m
- Max size: 12 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
An anthias of isolated coral heads and rubble, the red belted anthias gathers in aggregations from about 10 metres down to well over 100. Juveniles drift into harbours and settle on silty rocky reefs, and like other anthias it can change sex as the group needs.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Perciformes › Anthiadidae › Pseudanthias
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 277477.
FAQ
- How deep does the Red-Belted Anthias live?
- The Red-Belted Anthias (Pseudanthias rubrizonatus) is typically found at 10–133 m.
- Is the Red-Belted Anthias dangerous to divers?
- The Red-Belted Anthias is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Red-Belted Anthias get?
- The Red-Belted Anthias grows to about 12 cm.