Blue-ring angelfish
Pomacanthus annularis
Family : Pomacanthidae
A large reef angelfish with characteristic blue rings on a brown-green body. Requires a very large aquarium.
Description
Pomacanthus annularis is an impressive angelfish reaching 30 cm. Adults have a brown-green body with curved blue lines forming rings, and a yellow caudal fin. Juveniles are dark blue with white lines. It inhabits Indo-Pacific reefs, often in pairs. In aquariums, it needs a large volume and varied diet. It can be aggressive towards other angelfish.
Habitat
Region :
Coral reefs and outer slopes
Distribution :
Recommended parameters
Care
Care notes
Tank of at least 500 L with large rocks and hiding spots. Strong filtration, high water quality. Diet: algae, spirulina, mysis, brine shrimp, and sponge-based foods. Caution with soft corals.
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