A fish with many colour variations, Sunset Anthias is also known as a Shortsnout, Diadem. One of the more common colour variations is predominantly yellow highlighted with red on the anal and caudal fins. In the wild, Shortsnouts are often found in schools, swimming at depths of 200 feet and so do well in an aquarium with similar tank mates.
Sunset Anthias generally stay in the middle levels of the tank, but also require plenty of caves, ledges, and other hiding places.
Anthias species all share the trait of being hermaphroditic. If a dominant male perishes, the largest female of the group will often morph to take its place.