Arabian Anthias
Pseudanthias marcia
Sighting evidence at Lima Rock, Musandam Peninsula
Endemic to the Arabian Gulf and Oman Sea, these vivid orange-pink anthias form dense aggregations over the pinnacle's upper walls, feeding on zooplankton carried by tidal currents. Their presence in such numbers signals the exceptional nutrient richness delivered by Strait of Hormuz upwellings. Males vigorously defend harems among the coral rubble, creating a constantly flickering curtain of color.
Evidence at this site
No confirmed records on file at this site
Arabian Anthias is listed as a curated species here based on historical reports.