Tiger Queen Anthias

About this fish

Tiger Queen Anthias is a name commonly used for Lori’s anthias in the family Anthiadidae, scientifically referred to as Pyronotanthias lori. It’s a highly active, mid-water reef fish that’s typically purchased to form a small harem (one male with several females) for lively schooling behavior in a saltwater aquarium. Use this fish to add constant movement in the water column while keeping a compatible, peaceful temperament toward typical reef tank mates.

Features:

• Active, schooling-style behavior that typically shows best when kept as a group/harem rather than alone (one male with several females).
• Spends much of its time in the middle to upper water column where it can find food carried by flow. ([qualitymarine.com](https://www.qualitymarine.com/quality-marine/fish/anthias/pyronotanthias/queen-tiger-11019/?utm_source=openai))
• Planktivorous feeding response—offer multiple small feedings to match its higher energy needs. ([saltcorner.com](https://www.saltcorner.com/AquariumLibrary/browsespecies.php?CritterID=158&filter=0&utm_source=openai))
• Feed a varied diet of small meaty foods such as frozen mysis and other small items like copepods/zooplankton, along with quality prepared foods. ([saltcorner.com](https://www.saltcorner.com/AquariumLibrary/browsespecies.php?CritterID=158&filter=0&utm_source=openai))
• Provide strong, steady water movement and open swimming space so the fish can feed efficiently. ([saltcorner.com](https://www.saltcorner.com/AquariumLibrary/browsespecies.php?CritterID=158&filter=0&utm_source=openai))
• Add to a mature tank and acclimate slowly; then observe feeding closely as it settles in. ([bulkreefsupply.com](https://www.bulkreefsupply.com/content/post/fish-and-coral-food-faqs-what-to-feed-how-much-and-when?utm_source=openai))

Specifications:

• Scientific name (verified): Pyronotanthias lori
• Care level (general): Moderate (anthias are energetic and require frequent feedings and stable conditions). ([saltcorner.com](https://www.saltcorner.com/AquariumLibrary/browsespecies.php?CritterID=158&filter=0&utm_source=openai))
• Temperament: Generally peaceful/reef-compatible; most aggression is within the anthias group structure. ([liveaquaria.com](https://www.liveaquaria.com/blogs/stocking-your-aquarium/keeping-the-jewels-of-the-reef-the-anthias-of-the-genus-pseudanthias?utm_source=openai))
• Temperature range: 72–80°F (22–27°C). ([saltcorner.com](https://www.saltcorner.com/AquariumLibrary/browsespecies.php?CritterID=158&filter=0&utm_source=openai))
• Diet: Frozen small meaty foods (e.g., mysis) and other zooplankton/copepod-type foods; may also accept quality prepared foods offered in small portions. ([saltcorner.com](https://www.saltcorner.com/AquariumLibrary/browsespecies.php?CritterID=158&filter=0&utm_source=openai))
• Feeding frequency: Small feedings multiple times per day (commonly 3+ small meals). ([petco.com](https://www.petco.com/pet-education/caresheets/anthias-care-sheet?utm_source=openai))
• Recommended group setup: One male with several females (harem/group format) to support natural social behavior and reduce male-male conflict. ([liveaquaria.com](https://www.liveaquaria.com/blogs/stocking-your-aquarium/keeping-the-jewels-of-the-reef-the-anthias-of-the-genus-pseudanthias?utm_source=openai))
• Aquarium zone: Middle/mid-level water column where it can feed in the current. ([qualitymarine.com](https://www.qualitymarine.com/quality-marine/fish/anthias/pyronotanthias/queen-tiger-11019/?utm_source=openai))