Carberryi Anthias

The Carberryi Anthias is a small and strikingly colored species from the Indian Ocean, easily recognized by its elongated dorsal fin filaments and vibrant yellow-green body coloration. Males display an especially vivid combination of lime green and yellow with purple accents along the dorsal fin and facial markings, while females are a more subdued yellow-green. In the wild, they form large schools along steep outer reef walls and drop-offs, often at moderate depths.

This species is classified in the genus Nemanthias rather than Pseudanthias, distinguished by its threadlike dorsal fin extensions and slightly different body shape. Despite these taxonomic differences, their care requirements are similar to other anthias. They are moderately difficult to keep, requiring frequent feedings and stable water conditions, but adapt to captivity better than many deep-water anthias species.

Carberryi Anthias thrive in groups of one male with three to five females. They are active swimmers that prefer moderate to strong water current and plenty of open space in the middle to upper water column. Their schooling behavior is particularly attractive, as a group will hover and dart in coordinated fashion above the reef structure. They are completely reef-safe and pose no threat to corals or invertebrates.