Borbonius Anthias

Important Buyer Information: At YoCamron’s Aquatics, all our livestock undergo a thorough 10-week quarantine to ensure they arrive in optimal health. Please contact us before purchasing to confirm availability and receive updates during the quarantine process. Our guarantee for live arrival applies only to shipments delivered through UPS early AM service. Please note, livestock purchased directly from our wholesaler is ONLY covered by a 2-hour live arrival guarantee under our DOA (Dead On Arrival) terms. For more details, please reach out to us directly. We’re dedicated to ensuring the best for our customers and their aquatic environments.

Borbanius Anthias (Odontanthias borbonius) – A Stunning Deepwater Beauty

If you’re looking to add a show-stopping, deepwater anthias to your reef, the Borbanius Anthias is a must-have. Also known as the Borbonius Anthias or Blotched Anthias, this species features a unique pink-to-yellow gradient with striking lavender blotches across its body, making it a truly mesmerizing addition to any marine aquarium.

Wild-Caught vs. Captive-Bred Borbanius Anthias

At YoCamron’s Aquatics, we offer both wild-caught and captive-bred Borbanius Anthias, each with its own unique advantages:

✅ Wild-Caught Borbanius Anthias

• Typically larger and show immediate adult coloration upon arrival.

• May take time to adjust to prepared foods, as they are accustomed to a natural diet of zooplankton and small crustaceans.

• Require a slow acclimation process due to the deepwater conditions they originate from.

• More susceptible to stress and disease if not properly quarantined—but don’t worry, we handle that for you!

✅ Captive-Bred Borbanius Anthias

• Generally hardier and more adaptable to aquarium life.

• Already trained on a diet of high-quality frozen and pellet foods, reducing the need for live feeding.

• More resistant to common marine diseases due to being bred in controlled environments.

• Slightly smaller in size but grow rapidly in stable tank conditions.

Both wild and captive-bred Borbanius Anthias are peaceful, reef-safe, and best kept in small groups to mimic their natural shoaling behavior. However, if keeping multiple individuals, ensure your tank has ample hiding spaces and open swimming areas to minimize aggression and stress.

Care Requirements

✔ Tank Size: 75+ gallons (for a single), 120+ gallons (for a group)

✔ Temperature: 72-78°F

✔ pH: 8.1-8.4

✔ Salinity: 1.023-1.026

✔ Diet: High-protein frozen foods (Mysis, brine, copepods), pellets, and occasional live feedings

✔ Behavior: Peaceful but may establish a hierarchy in groups

Due to their deepwater origins, Borbanius Anthias prefer dimmer lighting or tanks with shaded areas to feel secure. If introducing wild-caught specimens, a slow acclimation with oxygen-rich water flow is essential for long-term success.

Why Buy From YoCamron’s Aquatics?

At YoCamron’s Aquatics, we don’t just sell fish—we ensure they thrive in your care. Every Borbanius Anthias we offer undergoes our scientifically proven quarantine process, where we treat for parasites, bacterial infections, and dietary acclimation before shipping.

✅ Guaranteed disease-free and eating prepared foods

✅ Fully quarantined for 10 weeks

✅ Expert support before and after purchase

Enhance your reef with the beauty and grace of the Borbanius Anthias—order today and experience the YoCamron’s Aquatics difference!