The orange anthias is also commonly referred to as the Lyretail Anthias. It is one of the hardiest, most readily available and also one of the largest anthias species. Because it is very easy to care and maintain, it makes a very good choice for novice aquarists. The orange anthias shows semi-pelagic lifestyle and therefore need an aquarium with larger space, so that they can swim freely. It can be found either in almost solid orange as well as orange body with a white yellow band across it. There is also a peach colored strain of this species. Basically, in this species, females are yellow with a pink and purple stripe running from the eye towards the pelvic fins. The orange anthias are sensitive when introduced in an aquarium that is why it is suggested to keep away from aggressive fishes while they are getting acclimatized. If you are willing to keep a group, we suggest you to introduce all orange anthias at the same time. Once they are acclimatized, other kind of fishes can then be introduced, aggressive ones too. The orange anthias is absolutely reef safe and usually is tolerant of ornamental shrimp or other invertebrates. They are indigenous to Indo-West Pacific, Red sea, and also along the East African coast. The orange anthias prefer to live in an environment with lots of hiding places and live rocks, rapid current and open water. A couple of large overhangs is also suggested to keep so that they can rest over it. The orange anthias do not prefer a brightly lit aquarium, and can flourish in a temperature range of 72-78 degree Fahrenheit. Due to their small mouth, we suggest you to provide them with small food that includes Mysid shrimps, finely chopped sea food, especially color enhancing foods that can maintain their body color and make them vivid all through. The orange anthias are hermaphrodites in nature and are born females, and only develop as males if there is a shortage of males.