Blue-girdled angelfish
Pomacanthus navarchus
Family : Pomacanthidae
The blue-girdled angelfish is distinguished by a broad vertical blue band on its yellow body. It is found on reefs of the Indo-Pacific.
Description
This angelfish has a bright yellow body with a broad vertical blue band across the mid-body and blue markings on the head. The dorsal and anal fins are edged in blue. It reaches 30 cm. Juveniles are dark blue with white bands. It is territorial and can become aggressive towards other angelfish. It feeds on sponges, algae, and tunicates. In an aquarium, it needs space and live rock.
Habitat
Region :
Coral reefs and reef slopes
Distribution :
Recommended parameters
Care
Care notes
Temperature 24-28°C, pH 8.1-8.4, salinity 1.020-1.025, dKH 8-12. A minimum 500-liter tank is required. Provide live rock for grazing and hiding. Diet should be varied: sponges, algae, shrimp, mussels. Avoid cohabitation with other large angelfish. It can be kept in a reef tank with caution. Moderate water flow and efficient filtration are needed. Weekly 20% water changes.
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