Description

Also known as Anthias, Basslet, Blotched Fairy Basslet, Mirror Basslet, Pink Square Anthias, Sea Perch, Squareback Anthias, Squarebox Anthias, Squarespot Fairy Basslet.

Found in schools, close to current swept drop-offs, reef edges, and steep slopes, of coral and rocky reefs.
They feed on zooplankton.
Juveniles singly close to shelter.
Length - 20cm
Depth - 10-180m
Widespread Indo-West Pacific

Anthias are often found in large schools, often in their hundreds or thousands, feeding high above the reef on zooplankton.
They start their life off as females, and when there is an opening for a male, will change to head up their harem of females.
Males are much more colourful, and often have filamentous streamers which they use for their mating dance, and to deter other males. (edit) Ref: https://www.fishbase.se/summary/6569