Where Does Lyretail Anthias Live?
Pseudanthias squamipinnis
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Where to find Lyretail Anthias
- Water type
- saltwater
- Depth
- Typically found at depths of 3 to 35 meters (10 to 115 feet), though can be found deeper, up to 200 meters (650 feet).
- Environment
- Coral reefs, particularly on outer reef slopes, drop-offs, and areas with strong currents. They prefer areas with abundant coral growth and crevices for shelter.
- Geographic range
- Widespread throughout the Indo-Pacific region, from the Red Sea and East Africa across to the Line Islands, and from southern Japan south to Australia's Great Barrier Reef and New Caledonia.
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