Can Bartlett's Anthias Live With Yellowtail Damselfish?

Bartlett's Anthias and Yellowtail Damselfish CAN coexist, but with some risks. Careful setup and monitoring required.

Detailed Analysis

Temperature ✓ Compatible

Good temperature overlap at 74–82°F.

pH ✓ Compatible

Good pH overlap at 8.0–8.4.

Size ✓ Compatible

Compatible sizes (3.5" and 2.5").

Temperament ⚠ Use Caution

Bartlett's Anthias (peaceful) may have issues with Yellowtail Damselfish (semi-aggressive). Monitor closely if attempting.

Swim Level ✓ Compatible

Fish occupy different water levels (Bartlett's Anthias: top, Yellowtail Damselfish: middle), reducing conflict.

Important Notes

  • Bartlett's Anthias is a schooling fish and needs at least 3 of its kind.

Tank Requirements

Minimum tank size for this combination: 65 gallons

ParameterBartlett's AnthiasYellowtail Damselfish
Temperature74–82°F74–82°F
pH8–8.48–8.4
Max Size3.5"2.5"
TemperamentPeacefulSemi-aggressive
Swim LevelTopMiddle
Min Tank55 gal20 gal

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