Fat Head AnthiasSerranocirrhitus latus Care: Intermediate Diet: Carnivorous Light: Medium Place of origin: Melanesia Fat Head Anthias Widespread West Pacific, known from southern Japan, Indonesia, northern Australia and Coral Sea. Primarily occurs in clear water along drop offs at moderate depths, of about 20 70m, and usually in caves, sometimes swimming upside down. Mainly a solitary species but where common it occasionally forms loose aggregations. A deep bodied

Temperature: Tropical: 23-27 deg C (73-81 deg F)

is distinguished by its elongated body with striking

coral rubble and open areas close to shelter

but it is not safe with many ornamental invertebrates

large adult pair

docile inhabitants

is a delicate and unusual marine pipefish with a long slender body

as size difference and temperament can be important

deep lagoons and mixed coral-rubble patches

A xanthic form is common in some areas

as torch corals can extend long sweeper tentacles and sting nearby livestock

That is the safest overall recommendation based on its feeding sensitivity