The Pictilis Anthias, Pseudanthias pictilis, is hermaphroditic meaning all are born females, and when needed the dominant female turns into male. They also display sexual dimorphism though both male and female share the same pink/orange body and yellow tail, with the male being more vibrant and displaying a pale oval on the tail while females have a pale underbelly and solid yellow tail. They can be kept as a mated pair, or in a small school of females. Avoid keeping two males in the same tank, as it can lead to extreme aggression.

They are pretty hardy and can be kept in a reef tank setting with plenty of live rock. Diet should include a variety of a steady supply of copepods, frozen mysis and vitamin enriched brine shrimp, as well as high quality flake foods 3-5 times daily.