BLOTCHED ANTHIAS “BLOTCHY”

BLOTCHED ANTHIAS “BLOTCHY”

$425.00
$425.00
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BLOTCHED ANTHIAS “BLOTCHY”
  • BLOTCHED ANTHIAS “BLOTCHY”
  • BLOTCHED ANTHIAS “BLOTCHY”
BLOTCHED ANTHIAS “BLOTCHY”

HEALTH-SELECTED SALTWATER FISH

BLOTCHED ANTHIAS “BLOTCHY”

Low stock
$425.00
$425.00

Pickup available at 46 Northwest 36th Street

Usually ready in 24 hours

BLOTCHED ANTHIAS “BLOTCHY”

46 Northwest 36th Street

Pickup available, usually ready in 24 hours

46 Northwest 36th Street
Miami FL 33127
United States

9542944625

Carefully Selected

Overnight Shipping

Live Arrival Covered
Description

Blotched Anthias "Blotchy"

Transform Your Tank with One of the Rarest and Most Coveted Deep-Water Anthias in the Hobby

Looking for an anthias that operates in a completely different league from the rest? The Blotched Anthias (Odontanthias borbonius) — known affectionately in the reef community as "Blotchy" — is a deep-water species so rarely seen in the trade that experienced collectors treat every availability as an event. Its vivid yellow-orange body is splashed with irregular purple and violet blotches that create a pattern unlike anything else in the saltwater aquarium hobby. This is not a fish you stumble across — this is one you wait for.

Collected from depths of 100 feet or more, Blotchy requires careful acclimation and a stable, well-established system to thrive. It prefers slightly cooler water than typical reef inhabitants and appreciates low-stress tank conditions with consistent feeding. Once settled, it is a remarkably rewarding long-term keeper — peaceful, visually extraordinary, and a genuine conversation piece for anyone who sees it. This is an advanced acquisition for the serious collector.

Quick Stats & Care Guide

  • Common Name: Blotched Anthias / "Blotchy"
  • Scientific Name: Odontanthias borbonius
  • Current Size: Medium
  • Care Level: Advanced
  • Temperament: Peaceful
  • Diet: Carnivore — mysis, brine, copepods, high-quality frozen foods; feed 2–3x daily
  • Reef Safe: Yes
  • Minimum Tank Size: 100 gallons
  • Water Conditions: Temp 72–76°F | Sal 1.023–1.025 | pH 8.1–8.4 | Moderate flow | Stable parameters critical

Why Buy From The Coral Boutique?

Every specimen we ship has been quarantined, conditioned, and eating before it leaves our facility. Deep-water species like Blotchy demand extra care in acclimation and handling — ours arrive stable and ready to transition into your system with the best possible start.
Fish Health

Our fish are selected with appearance, behavior, and feeding response in mind before being listed. We aim to offer healthy, alert specimens for established saltwater systems.
Compatibility

Please confirm this fish is compatible with your tank size, current livestock, temperament needs, and reef goals before ordering. If you are unsure, contact us before checkout and we’ll help you choose responsibly.
Shipping & Pickup

Eligible fish orders ship Monday through Thursday via FedEx Priority Overnight. Orders placed by 2 PM EST may ship same day when weather and availability allow.

Fish orders over $599 qualify for free shipping. Coral orders over $399 qualify for free shipping. Free same-day Miami pickup is available at 46 NW 36th St and is usually ready in 1–2 hours.
Live Arrival Guarantee

Eligible fish orders are covered by our Arrival Guarantee. If there’s an issue on arrival, email clear photos within 4 hours of delivery so our team can review and help. Failed delivery attempts, refused packages, or missed delivery windows may void coverage.
Acclimation

Acclimate fish carefully and introduce them into a stable, established saltwater aquarium. Match temperature and salinity slowly, keep lights low during introduction, and monitor behavior closely after release.
Photography

We photograph our fish under balanced, aquarium-safe lighting to accurately represent their true coloration and patterning. Our goal is to show how each fish will appear in a home reef or marine setup—not under overly blue or altered lighting.

Because fish are active and constantly moving, images are representative of the species and quality you can expect. Every fish is carefully selected for health, coloration, and temperament before shipping.

SELECTED FOR ESTABLISHED SYSTEMS

Healthy Fish Start With Careful Selection.

Every fish is selected with color, behavior, and compatibility in mind. We focus on livestock that makes sense for real reef systems, not just impulse purchases.

If you have questions about temperament, tank size, or reef compatibility, contact us before ordering.

FedEx Priority Overnight

Fish ship Mon–Thu only to avoid weekend delays.

Simple Claim Window

Email clear natural-light photos within 4 hours of delivery.

Free Miami Pickup

Pick up locally from our NW 36th St showroom.

INTRODUCTION MATTERS

Give New Fish a Stable Start.

Successful fish introductions depend on stable water parameters, proper acclimation, compatible tankmates, and low-stress handling. Take your time, keep lights low, and observe behavior closely after release.

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