Hutchi Anthias - Female - Philippines

Pseudanthias hutchi Hutchi Anthias are striking reef fish, easily recognized by their vivid yellow-green body accented with an orange cheek stripe and highlighted fins. Best kept in groups, they thrive in a harem structure with one male and several females. Like other anthias, they are protogynous hermaphrodites, with the dominant female capable of transforming into a male. In groups, males display bolder coloration and actively interact with females, making for an eye-catching display. Native to the Western Pacific, including the Philippines, Vanuatu, Palau, and the Great Barrier Reef, Hutchi Anthias inhabit clear outer reef slopes and drop-offs at depths of 15–100 feet. To replicate their natural habitat, provide ample rockwork with caves and crevices for shelter, along with open swimming space in the mid-water column. A tight-fitting lid is essential, as they are prone to jumping when startled. Males are vibrant with a greenish-yellow body, orange stripe behind the eye, and blue highlights on their fins. Females show the same cheek stripe but display softer coloration. They are generally peaceful and reef-safe, though males may show some territorial behavior within the harem. With their fast metabolism, Hutchi Anthias require a varied diet of meaty foods such as mysis shrimp, enriched brine shrimp, copepods, and finely chopped seafoods. To maintain health and brilliant coloration, they should be fed at least two to three times daily. Reaching up to 5 inches, they need a minimum aquarium size of 100 gallons, with larger systems preferred for groups.