The Lyretail Anthias is a colorful reef fish with a striking lyre-shaped tail and vibrant pink and orange hues. They are known for their social behavior, often found in large groups around coral reefs.
Habitat
Coral reefs of the Indo-Pacific region.
Diet
Feeds on zooplankton and small invertebrates.
How common
Uncommon
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