Saltwater Aquarium Angel Fish

Saltwater Aquarium Angelfish

Saltwater angelfish are among the most beautiful of all reef creatures. Their colors are deep and rich and often cleverly painted by Neptune into stripes and spots. These fish are found in all the world's oceans, although the greatest diversity of this group is found in the Indo-Pacific Ocean in rocky areas and reefs where they feast on the abundant coral. And although these species can be rather territorial, they are among the most popular aquarium fish. Despite their delicate appearance, once acclimated to your tank angelfish are incredibly hardy and can be a long-time resident of your aquarium.

Dwarf Angelfish

Bicolor Angelfish
Centropyge bicolor
Fiji

Identification:One of the most striking of the dwarf or pygmy angelfish, the Bicolor Angelfish, also known as the Two-colored or Oriole Angel, is a terrific fish for either a reef or fish-only tnak and has a peaceful disposition. It thrives on all foods.
Recommended Tank size: Provide a 30 gallon or larger tank . It should have large amounts of live rock for hiding and grazing. The Bicolor angelfishcan be kept successfully reef type aquaria, but usually do not survive in fish-only aquariums. This is commonly due to specialized diet requirements that reef aquaria provide, in the way of naturally occurring micro-crustacean populations, but in some cases, may simply be due to the more complete natural ecosystem found in reef tanks.
Food and diet: Diet and Feeding Herbivore, grazer, offer algae and/or sponge based prepared diets and lots of algae.
Level of Care: Easy
Reef Compatibility:Reef Aquarium Compatibility Generally safe, but may nip at corals, clams, etc.
Approximate Purchase Size: Small: 1" to 1-3/4"; Medium: 1-3/4" to 2-1/2"; Large: 2-1/2" to 4-1/2"

Starting at $21.99

Melas Angelfish
Centropyge tibicen
Fiji/Tonga

Identification: The Melas Angelfish, also referred to as the Keyhole Angelfish , or Tibicen Angelfish, is one of the largest of the Centropyge genus. Primarily blackish blue. The pelvic and lower portion of the anal fins are yellow. The egg-shaped, white vertical bar found in the mid-central body area gives it its name.
Recommended Tank size: Provide a 30 gallon or larger tank . It should have large amounts of live rock for hiding and grazing. The Melas angelfishcan be kept successfully in reef type aquaria, but usually do not survive in fish-only aquariums. This is commonly due to specialized diet requirements that reef aquaria provide, in the way of naturally occurring micro-crustacean populations, but in some cases, may simply be due to the more complete natural ecosystem found in reef tanks.
Food and diet: Diet and Feeding Herbivore, grazer, offer algae and/or sponge based prepared diets and lots of algae.
Level of Care: Easy
Reef Compatibility:Reef Aquarium Compatibility Generally safe, but may nip at corals, clams, etc.
Approximate Purchase Size: Small: 1" to 1-3/4"; Medium: 1-3/4" to 2-1/2"; Large: 2-1/2" to 4-1/2"

Starting at $21.99

Coral Beauty Angelfish
Centropyge bispinosus
Fiji/Tonga

Identification: The Coral Beauty's color is absolutely stunning under aquarium lighting. Most happy in a tank with live rock, where it can swim through rock formations ,picking and looking for food. The Coral Beauty's have a deep purple head and fins with a red and orange body. An excellent addition to the reef or fish-only tank .
Recommended Tank size: Provide a 30 gallon or larger tank . It should have large amounts of live rock for hiding and grazing. The Coral Beauty angelfishcan be kept successfully in reef type aquaria, but usually do not survive in fish-only aquariums. This is commonly due to specialized diet requirements that reef aquaria provide, in the way of naturally occurring micro-crustacean populations, but in some cases, may simply be due to the more complete natural ecosystem found in reef tanks.
Food and diet: Diet and Feeding Herbivore, grazer, offer algae and/or sponge based prepared diets and lots of algae.
Level of Care: Easy
Reef Compatibility:Reef Aquarium Compatibility Generally safe, but may nip at corals, clams, etc.
Approximate Purchase Size: Small: 1" to 1-3/4"; Medium: 1-3/4" to 2-1/2"; Large: 2-1/2" to 4-1/2"

Starting at $21.99

Red Stripe Angelfish
Centropyge eibli

Behavior: The Eibli adapts well to the aquarium environment, but should be provided with a number of hiding spaces as it is a shy species. Because of its shy nature, it should be kept with other non-aggressive tank mates.
Recommended Tank size: Provide a 30 gallon or larger tank. The Eibli angelfishcan be kept successfully in reef type aquaria, but usually do not survive in fish-only aquariums. This is commonly due to specialized diet requirements that reef aquaria provide, in the way of naturally occurring micro-crustacean populations, but in some cases, may simply be due to the more complete natural ecosystem found in reef tanks. It should have large amounts of live rock for hiding and grazing.
Food and diet: Diet and Feeding Herbivore, grazer, offer algae and/or sponge based prepared diets and lots of algae.
Level of Care: Moderate
Reef Compatibility:Reef Aquarium Compatibility Generally safe, but may nip at corals, clams, etc.
Approximate Purchase Size: Small: 1" to 1-3/4"; Medium: 1-3/4" to 2-1/2"; Large: 2-1/2" to 4-1/2"

Starting at $37.99

African Flameback Angelfish

Identification: The Flameback Angelfish is also known as the Flameback Pygmy Angelfish. The Flameback originates in the waters off South Africa. The body is a brilliant to dark blue with a dorsal band of yellow-orange extending from the nose to the end including the dorsal fin. The eye is large and circled in blue. A very hardy fish, it adapts very well to the aquarium environment.
Recommended Tank size: Provide a 30 gallon or larger tank . The Flameback angelfishcan be kept successfully in reef type aquaria, but usually do not survive in fish-only aquariums. This is commonly due to specialized diet requirements that reef aquaria provide, in the way of naturally occurring micro-crustacean populations, but in some cases, may simply be due to the more complete natural ecosystem found in reef tanks. It should have large amounts of live rock for hiding and grazing.
Food and diet: Diet and Feeding Herbivore, grazer, offer algae and/or sponge based prepared diets and lots of algae.
Level of Care: Easy
Reef Compatibility:Reef Aquarium Compatibility Generally safe, but may nip at corals, clams, etc.
Approximate Purchase Size: 1-1/4" to 2"

$59.99

Heralds Angelfish
Centropyge Heraldi

Description: The Yellow Heraldi angelfishis entirely yellow in color. Found in the pristine waters of the South Pacific this unique angelfish will make a wonderful addition to the established marine aquarium.
Recommended tank size: a 30 gallon or larger aquarium with hiding places and large amounts of live rock to graze on the microalgae growth. Though one of the more difficult miniature angels, it's best chance for being kept successfully is in a reef type aquaria. This is due to specialized diet requirements that reef aquaria provide, in the way of naturally occurring micro - crustacean populations, but in some cases, may simply be due to the more complete natural ecosystem found in reef tanks. It should have large amounts of live rock for hiding and grazing.
Food and diet: Diet and Feeding Herbivore, grazer, offer algae and/or sponge based prepared diets and lots of algae.
Level of Care: Moderate
Reef Compatibility:Reef Aquarium Compatibility Generally safe, but may nip at corals, clams, etc.
Approximate Purchase Size: 1-1/4" to 2"

$39.99

Venustus Angelfish
(Sumireyakko venustus )

Identification: A beautiful fish, constantly diving in and out of rock crevices, eliciting oohs and ahhs from aquarists, and the occasional "what was that?"
Recommended Tank size: Provide a 50 gallon or larger tank . It should have large amounts of live rock for hiding and grazing.
Food and diet: Diet and Feeding Herbivore, grazer, offer algae and/or sponge based prepared diets and lots of algae.
Level of Care: Moderate
Reef Compatibility:Reef Aquarium Compatibility Generally safe, but may nip at corals, clams, etc.
Approximate Purchase Size: Small: 1-1/2" - 2" Medium: 2" to 2-3/4"; Large: 2-3/4" to 4-1/2"

Starting at $69.99

Golden Dwarf Angelfish

Just Stunning!

Identification:The Golden Angel, also known as the Aurinatus Angelfish or Velvet Dwarf Angel. This hard to find species is cryptic in nature, making them both difficult to acquire and a prized fish in the hobby. This species is identified by its velvet looking burnt orange/red coloration with thin, broken yellow vertical bars running along each side of the body.
Recommended Tank size: The Golden angelfishrequires a minimum tank size of 50 gallons with plenty of hiding places and live rock for grazing. This angelfish is best kept as the only dwarf angelfishin a tank. It will adjust rapidly if it is introduced as one of the first fish in a well-established aquarium, or if it is introduced and maintained with very peaceful tankmates. Often maintained by hobbyists in the reef aquarium, caution should be used if there is an abundance of LPS and SPS coral in the tank. This species has been known to nip at these corals as well as Xenia corals. In most cases the fish will not damage these corals, but rather just irritate them. The Golden Angel, like other dwarf angels, are hermaphroditic, difficult to breed, and indistinguishable in color variations from male to female.
Food and diet:The Golden angelfishprefers a variety of small meaty items, angelfish and herbivore preparations, and live sponges. .
Level of Care: Moderate
Reef Compatibility:Reef Aquarium Compatibility Generally safe, but may nip at corals, clams, etc.
Approximate Purchase Size: 1-1/2" to 2-1/2"

$179.99

Hawaiian Potters Angelfish

Identification: The Potter's Angelfish, or Potter's Pygmy Angelfish,is found in the Hawaiian Islands . A brilliant Orange with a deep blue, the caudal portions of the dorsal and anal fins as well as the caudal fin are a dark blue-black.

Recommended Tank size: The Potter's Angelfish requires at least a 30 gallon, well-established tank with multiple hiding places and live rock for grazing on microalgae. It may attack soft corals and other sessile invertebrates in the reef aquarium. It is hermaphroditic, difficult to breed, and there are no distinguishing characteristics to help differentiate males from females.
Food and diet:The Potter's Angelfish should be offered a variety of foods including Spirulina, marine algae, high-quality angelfish preparations, mysis or frozen shrimp, and other meaty items.
Level of Care: Advanced Aquarist,
Reef Compatibility:Reef Aquarium Compatibility Generally safe, but may nip at corals, clams, etc.
Approximate Purchase Size:Small 1-1/2" -2", Medium: 2" to 3 1/2", Large 3 1/2" to 4"
Note: We guarantee that ALL aquaria species we offer will arrive alive and in good condition. However, because of the increased level of care required for this particular species, it has an arrive alive guaranee only. No extended guarantee is provided.

Starting at $59.99

Hawiian Lemonpeel Angelfish
Centropyge Flavissimus

Identification: A beautiful fish, the Lemonpeel Angelfish is a bright yellow with striking blue highlights on the lips,around the eyes, on the pectoral fins, and the tips of the dorsal, caudal, and anal fins.
Recommended Tank size: Provide a 30 gallon or larger tank . It should have large amounts of live rock for hiding and grazing. The Lemonpeel Angelfish requires a 30 gallon or larger aquarium with hiding places and large amounts of live rock to graze on the microalgae growth. It is very prone to nip at large-polyped stony corals and clam mantles. It is best not to keep Lemonpeel Angelfish with fish of the same genera.
Food and diet: The diet of the Lemonpeel Angelfish should include Spirulina, marine algae, high-quality angelfish preparations, mysis or frozen shrimp, and other meaty items. This angelfish requires more algae and seaweed in its diet than most angels.
Level of Care: Moderate
Reef Compatibility:Reef Aquarium Compatibility Generally safe, but may nip at corals, clams, etc.
Approximate purchase size: 13/4" - 3"

$39.99

Marshall Island Flame Angelfish
Centropyge loriculus

Identification: The Flame Angelfish is one of the most beautiful additions for the home aquarium. A Bright red/orange color with vertical black stripes highlighting the body and horizontal black stripes along the caudal portions of the flourescent blue-tipped dorsal and anal fins. There are slight differences in both coloration and markings of the Flame Angel based on the location of collection. The Flame Angels we recieve come from the Marshall Islands. Marshall Island Flame Angelfish are redder in color, with thicker black bars running vertically down the body. Definitely an eye catcher for any tank.
Recommended Tank size: The Flame Angelfish requires at least a 30-gallon aquarium with lots of hiding places and live rock for grazing. The Flame Angelfish may nip at stony and soft corals (sessile invertebrates) and clam mantles. The best defense is to feed every day. The Flame Angelfish adapts well to aquarium life, but should be kept in an established system and housed with dissimilar genera.
Food and diet: The diet of the Flame Angelfish should consist of Spirulina, marine algae, high-quality angelfish preparations, mysis or frozen shrimp, and other high-quality meaty items.
Level of Care: Easy
Reef Compatibility:Reef Aquarium Compatibility Generally safe, but may nip at corals, clams, etc.
Approximate Purchase Size: 1-1/4" to 2-1/2"

$49.99

Pygmy (Cherub) Angelfish
Centropyge argi

Identification:One of the smallest members of the Centropyge genus, the Pygmy Angelfish rarely grows to over two inches. Deep blue coloration with orange or yellow on the face. Electric blue edge to the dorsal and anal fins. An active fish that will swim at all levels in the tank. Lots of caves and hiding places will be appreciated as these fish like to swim in and out of the rockwork. They can be aggressive to fish of similar body shape and other dwarf angels.
Recommended Tank size: Provide a 30 gallon or larger tank . It should have large amounts of live rock for hiding and grazing.
Food and diet: The diet should consist of Spirulina, marine algae, high-quality angelfish preparations, mysis shrimp, and other meaty items.
Level of Care: Easy
Reef Compatibility:Reef Aquarium Compatibility Generally safe, but may nip at corals, clams, etc.
Approximate purchase size: 1" to 2"

$27.99

Bellus Angelfish Female
Genicanthus bellus

An excellent Reef-safe Angelfish

Description: The Bellus Angelfish is one of the few angelfish displaying sexual dimorphism. The male is an iridescent pale white and blue, with the lower half of the body and anal fin highlighted by long, horizontal blue stripes and one, yellow to orange stripe extending toward the caudal fin and edging the dorsal fin. The female is an iridescent pale white and blue and black with a yellow/orange dorsal fin and lateral stripe running from gills to tail.The Bellus Angelfish are hermaphroditic and have the ability to change sex from female to male, and males can even revert back to female if no females are present in the aquarium. They are difficult to breed, but many seasoned veteran aquarists have successfully observed these fishes spawning on a regular basis in very large home aquariums.
Recommended tank size: a 100-gallon or larger aquarium. The ideal candidates for the deep-water reef aquarium. Acclimation will be facilitated by a dimly-lit tank, but these fishes seem to adapt well to the intense lighting in most modern reef aquariums. The tank should have multiple hiding places and live rock for grazing.
Food and diet: A varied diet of meaty foods such as vitamin enriched frozen brine shrimp, plus spirulina, marine algae, high-quality angelfish preparations, mysis or frozen shrimp, and other meaty items will provide good nutrition.
Level of Care: Moderate
Reef Compatibility:Reef Aquarium Compatibility Generally safe
Approximate Purchase Size: 3" to 4"

$109.99

Multicolor Angel Fish
Centropyge multicolor

Identification: The multicolor angelfish (Centropyge Multicolor) is a deep water angel collected at depths from 50 feet and deeper. While a few deep water dwarf angelfish tend to fare poorly in captivity, such is not the case with this angel. Once acclimated it is a very hardy angelfish. Its body is white while its chest has a patch mixed with yellow, orange and red. It has blue dorsal and anal fins while its tail is yellow. The multicolor angel's most striking feature is its crown, a small patch of neon blue and purple lines.At one time, the Multicolor Angelfish was thought to be extremely rare. It is now collected more often which makes it more available to the aquarium industry. It is a deep water species of Angelfish which will do best in low to medium light aquariums. Many people have had success raising the Multicolor Angel in moderately lit reef tanks where mushrooms and polyps were the only corals being kept. The Multicolor Angelfish is shy and needs plenty of live rock to hide in order to make it feel comfortable.
Feeding and Diet: The diet of the Multicolor Angelfish should include Spirulina, high-quality angelfish preparations, mysis or frozen shrimp, and other high-quality meaty items.
Reef compatibility: Yes, with caution. May nip at clam mantles. A larger tank may help mitigate damage. Many people have had success raising the Multicolor Angel in moderately lit reef tanks where mushrooms and polyps were the only corals being kept.
Tank Recommendation: The Multicolor Angelfish needs a minimum of a 30 gallon tank with lots of hiding places and live rock for grazing on microalgae. It does best in subdued lighting, since in the wild, it is a deep-water swimmer. If the Multicolor Angelfish is to be housed with other dwarf angels, a 55 gallon or larger tank is required.
Level of Care: Moderate
Approximate Purchase Size: Small 1" to 31-1/2"; Medium 1-1/2" to 2-1/2"; Large: 2-1/2" to 3"; Xlarge: over 3"

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Small $94.99 Medium $104.99 Large $124.99 XLarge $149.99

Large Size Angelfish

Annularis Angelfish
Pomacanthus annularis

Burnt orange with striking blue lightening bolts

Description: The Annularis Angelfish is also referred to as the Blue Ring Angelfish and Blue King Angelfish . Adults are light golden brown with curving, fluorescent blue stripes on the head, body and fins. The tail is white in adults as well. This species is usually quite shy when first introduced to its captive home. During this stage of the acclimation process it will spend much of its time hiding behind aquarium decor and will race for cover whenever anyone approaches the tank. For this reason, it is imperative to have several suitable hiding places for your bluering angelfish. Once it acclimates it is an aggressive feeder and can become bold with tankmates. In time, they learn to recognize the aquarist as a source of food. This species requires a large aquarium with plenty of swimming space.
Recommended tank size:A minimum of a 70 gallon tank is necessary. Provide plenty of hiding places such as caves and live rock for grazing.
Reef Compatibility: Will nip at sessile invertebrates such as nudibranchs, corals, and clams.
Food and diet: The diet should include vegetables, meats, and angelfish food preparations containing spongiform products. When first introduced, it may need to be offered live foods such as brine shrimp or freshly chopped seafoods to entice it to eat.
Level of Care: Moderate
Approximate Purchase Size: Small 2" to 3"; Medium 3" to 3-1/2"; Medium/Large: 31/2" to 41/2"; Large: 5" to 6" ; XLarge: 6" to 71/2", Show 7-1/2" to 9"

Starting at $109.99

Chrysurus Angelfish
Pomacanthus chrysurus

Description: The Chrysurus Angelfish comes out of the waters around Africa. It is also referred to as the Goldtail Angelfish or Ear Spot Angelfish. It is an rare aquarium fish because very few are collected. It's body has vertical white stripes, with several very bright sapphire-blue stripes on the head.The tail is yellow outlined with the same sapphire-blue as on the face. As a juvenile, the tail is not fully yellow, until they reach 3 to 4 inches, at which time the yellow becomes more pronounced. When stressed, the Chrysurus Angelfish makes an unusual clicking sound.
Recommended Tank Size: Requires a 100 gallon or larger aquarium with multiple hiding places and large amounts of live rock for grazing. Not a good reef dweller, the Chrysurus Angelfish is prone to nip at stony and soft corals (sessile invertebrates) and clam mantles.
Diet: The diet of the Chrysurus Angelfish should include Spirulina, marine algae, high-quality angelfish preparations, mysid or frozen shrimp, and other meaty items.
Level of Care: Moderate
Reef Compatibility:Not Recommended
Approximate Purchase Size: Small 2" to 3"; Medium 3" to 3-1/2"; Medium/Large: 31/2" to 41/2"; Large: 5" to 6" ; XLarge: 6" to 71/2", Show 7-1/2" to 9"

Starting at $249.99

Regal Angelfish
Pygoplites diacanthus

Description With vivid vertical striations of blue, white, yellow, or orange on the body and pelvic fin, the Regal Angelfish deserves it's name. The tail is blue with yellow striations. A difficult to maintain angle, it should be the only angelfish in a tank.
Recommended tank size: A minimum of a 100 gallon tank with plenty of hiding places and live rock for grazing will offer a good environment.
Reef Compatability: The Regal Angelfish is prone to nip at large-polyped stony corals, soft corals (sessile invertebrates) and clam mantles, but may be kept with small-polyped stony corals and soft corals.
Feeding and diet: To entice a Regal Angelfish to eat, use a diet of fresh shrimp and chopped seafood. The diet should also include herbivore preparations which include Spirulina and marine algae, and angelfish preparations containing sponges.
Level of Care: Advanced Aquarist
Reef Compatibility:Not Recommended
Approximate Purchase Size: Small 11/2" to 2"; Medium 2" to 3"; Medium/Large: 3" to 41/2"; Large: 5" to 6" ; XLarge: 6" to 71/2"

Starting at $69.99

Scribbled Angelfish
Chaetodontoplus duboulayi

Description: The Scribbled Angelfish resides from the waters of Australia, and is a favorite among aquarists . It derives its name from the scribbled pattern over the body and large dorsal and anal fins. It may be shy at first and should not be placed with aggressive tank mates. Once acclimated, however, it may become more aggressive.
Recommended Tank Size: The Scribbled Angelfish requires a large area to swim, so it needs a 100 gallon or larger aquarium with many hiding places and live rock for grazing.
Reef Compatability: Not a good candidate for a reef tank, the Scribbled Angelfish is prone to nip at stony and soft corals (sessile invertebrates) and clam mantles.
Food and diet: The diet for the Scribbled Angelfish should consist of Spirulina, marine algae, mysid or frozen shrimp, and other meaty items.
Level of Care: Moderate
Approximate Purchase Size: Small 2" to 3"; Medium 3" to 3-1/2"; Medium/Large: 31/2" to 41/2"; Large: 5" to 6" ; XLarge: 6" to 71/2"

Starting at $199.99

Majestic Angel
Euxiphipops navarchus

Identification: The Majestic Angelfish, also called the Blue Girdled Angelfish, has yellow scales with blue margins and a dark blue band, or girdle, that covers the face and extends backward. The girdle is highlighted with neon blue margins.
While somewhat shy, it is one of the easier angelfish to keep healthy.
Feeding and Diet: The diet of the Majestic should include vegetable matter such as Spirulina and marine algae, meaty items such as mysid shrimp, and high-quality angelfish preparations containing sponge.
Reef compatibility: Not a good reef dweller, being prone to nip at stony and soft corals (sessile invertebrates) and clam mantles. It generally will not harm small-polyped stony corals and somewhat noxious soft corals.
Tank Recommendation: It requires a tank of 90 gallons or more with multiple hiding places and live rock for grazing.
Level of Care: Moderate
Approximate Purchase Size: Small 2" to 3"; Medium 3" to 4"; Large: 4" to 6" ; XLarge: 6" to 71/2", Show 7-1/2" to 9"

Starting at $149.99

French Angelfish
Pomacanthus paru

Description: The French Angelfish is one of the morst popular angelfish. The face is a pale, dusky-blue with eyes rimmed in yellow and white. The body is a dark, dusky-blue with yellow scale margins . A yellow smudge highlights the pectoral fin while the gill cover has a yellow rim.
Recommended Tank : The French Angelfish needs a large tank , a minimum of 125 gallons, with lots of hiding places and live rock for grazing.
Feeding and Diet: This angelfish survives mainly on sponges so make sure you can get an angelfishformula with sponge in it. It is important that you feed angelfish all kinds of live, frozen, and prepared formula foods. Best to feed small amounts several times a day. A good formula that can be made at home consists of mussels, shrimp, squid, and spinach.
Level of Care: Moderate
Reef Compatibility: With caution, the Queen Angelfish is prone to nip at stony and soft corals (sessile invertebrates) and clam mantles.
Approximate Purchase Size: Small 2" to 3"; Medium 3" to 3-1/2"; Medium/Large: 31/2" to 41/2"; Large: 5" to 6" ; XLarge: 6" to 71/2", Show 7-1/2" to 9"

Starting at $89.99

Rock Beauty Angelfish
Holocanthus tricolor

Description: The Rock Beauty Angelfish has a body that is predominately black especially on the back half, as an adult. The head and front half portion of the body, and the caudal fin are a bright yellow. The eyes have striking sapphire-blue accents. Similar in appearance, the juvenile initially has a predominately yellow body with a large caudal black spot that just seems to enlarge, overwhelming the yellow coloration with the exception of head, body area just behind the head, and the caudal fin.
Minimum tank size: 90 Gallon
Feeding and diet: The Rock Beauty Angelfish is difficult to sustain in a home aquarium because of its dietary requirement of sponges. The diet in the aquarium should include vegetable matter such as marine algae and Spirulina, finely chopped meaty items, and high-quality angelfish preparations containing sponges.
Reef Compatibility: With caution, they can be kept in reef tanks as they mostly pick on small food off the live rock..
Level of Care: Moderate
Approximate Purchase Size: Small: 11/2" to 2-1/2"; Medium: 2-1/2" to 4"; Large: 4" to 6"

Starting at $39.99

Asfur Angelfish
(Red Sea)

Among the safer angels frequently kept in reef aquariums.

Description: The Asfur Angelfish is also called the Arabian Angelfish, or Crescent Angelfish. Originating in the Red Sea, but also found in the Indo-Pacific, the Asfur has a dark blue/purple body, black face, yellow tail, and a predominant yellow crescent bisecting the body vertically. Often confused with Pomacanthus maculosus, the Asfur Angelfish has a bright yellow tail. As with some other Pomacanthus, the coloration of the juvenile differs markedly from the adult.
Minimum tank size: The Asfur Angelfish requires a large area to swim, so it needs a 100 gallon or larger aquarium with many hiding places and live rock for grazing.
Feeding and diet:In a restricted reef environment, the Asfur requires a diet of vegetables, meats, and angelfish preparations containing spongiform products.
Reef Compatibility: Among the safest full sized angels, although nothing is 100%..
Level of Care: Easy
Approximate Purchase Size: Small 2" to 3"; Medium 3" to 4"; Large: 4" to 6" ; XLarge: 6" to 71/2"

Starting at $149.99

Juvenile Imperator Angelfish

Description: In this magnificent fish there is an incredible color difference between the juvenile and adult specimens. Juveniles of this species have white concentric rings on a dark blue body. Adults have alternating blue and yellowish green lines on the body, a yellow tail a black eye mask and a black band around the pectoral fins. Transforming individuals (sometimes referred to as "teenagers", or "changing") are occasionally seen in the aquarium trade as well. Provide this species with plenty of unencumbered swimming rooms as well as several suitable places to take shelter when threatened. Do not keep juveniles together, or with any other juveniles of this genus that are similar in general color.
Minimum tank size: 90 Gallons as a juvenile, but 125 gallon once Imperator matures to adult size.
Feeding and diet: Great care should be taken in giving it a wide variety of foods, particularly those laden with sponge and green algae. The Imperator is a omnivore and likes to eat veggies, meats, and frozen angelfishpreparations, sponge, algae. Sponge is a key component to the success of keeping large angelfish.
Reef Compatibility: This species is not recommended for the marine reef aquarium because it will pick at or feed upon a variety of invertebrates.
Level of Care: Moderate
Approximate Purchase Size: Juvenile Small: 1" to 1-3/4"; Juvenile Medium: 1-3/4" to 2-1/2"; Juvenile Large: 2-1/2" to 3-1/4";

Starting at $79.99

Cortez Angelfish
Pomacanthus zonipectus

Description: The coloration of the Cortez Angelfish varies markedly from juvenile to adult. The juvenile stage is black with yellow and blue semi-circular striping radiating from the tail. As an adult, the Cortez Angelfish is blue, with a pale, speckled mid-section and a swipe of vertical yellow just behind the head. The long, dorsal fin is a green-blue while the head is blue with yet another yellow vertical swipe just behind the eye.
Recommended tank size:A minimum of a 100 gallon tank is necessary. Provide plenty of hiding places such as caves and live rock for grazing.
Reef Compatibility: Will nip at sessile invertebrates such as nudibranchs, corals, and clams.
Food and diet: The diet should include vegetables, meats, and angelfish food preparations containing spongiform products. When first introduced, it may need to be offered live foods such as brine shrimp or freshly chopped seafoods to entice it to eat.
Level of Care: Moderate
Approximate Purchase Size: Juvenile Small: 1" to 2"; Juvenile Medium: 2" to 2-3/4"; Juvenile Large: 2-3/4" to 3-1/2";

Starting at $99.99

Juvenile Koran Angelfish
Pomocanthus semicirculatus

Description: The Koran Angel, often referred to as the Semicirculatus is a beautiful juvenile phase fish, similar in marrkings to the Juvenile Emperor Angel. The Juvenile pattern will begin to dissolve into that of the adult pattern at around 4 inches.
Recommended tank size:A minimum of a 90 gallon tank is necessary. Provide plenty of hiding places such as caves and live rock for grazing.
Reef Compatibility: Will nip at sessile invertebrates such as nudibranchs, corals, and clams.
Food and diet: The diet should include vegetables, meats, and angelfish food preparations containing spongiform products. When first introduced, it may need to be offered live foods such as brine shrimp or freshly chopped seafoods to entice it to eat.
Reef Compatibility: This species is not recommended for the marine reef aquarium because it will pick at or feed upon a variety of invertebrates.
Level of Care: Moderate
Approximate Purchase Size: Juvenile Small: 1" to 2"; Juvenile Medium: 2" to 2-3/4"; Juvenile Large: 2-3/4" to 3-1/2";

Starting at $39.99

Imperator Angelfish
Sri Lanka / Maldives
Pomacanthus imperator

Description: In this magnificent fish there is an incredible color difference between the juvenile and adult specimens. Juveniles of this species have white concentric rings on a dark blue body. Adults have alternating blue and yellowish green lines on the body, a yellow tail a black eye mask and a black band around the pectoral fins. Transforming individuals (sometimes referred to as "teenagers", or "changing") are occasionally seen in the aquarium trade as well. Provide this species with plenty of unencumbered swimming rooms as well as several suitable places to take shelter when threatened. Do not keep juveniles together, or with any other juveniles of this genus that are similar in general color.
Minimum tank size: 125 Gallons
Feeding and diet: Great care should be taken in giving it a wide variety of foods, particularly those laden with sponge and green algae. The Imperator is a omnivore and likes to eat veggies, meats, and frozen angelfishpreparations, sponge, algae. Sponge is a key component to the success of keeping large angelfish.
Reef Compatibility: This species is not recommended for the marine reef aquarium because it will pick at or feed upon a variety of invertebrates.
Level of Care: Moderate
Approximate Purchase Size: Changing to Adult 2-1/2" to 3"; Medium 3" to 4"; Large: 4" to 6" ; XLarge: 6" to 71/2", Show 7-1/2" to 9"

Starting at $169.99

Blue Face Angelfish
Excellent community tank resident.

Identification: Blueface Angels get more and more striking as they get larger. Besides the incredible colors, the entire face gets a gridlike blue pattern that is simply unforgettable. Like all our fish, Totally aquarium acclimated and eating very well.
Feeding and Diet: The diet of the Blue Face should include vegetable matter such as Spirulina and marine algae, meaty items such as mysid shrimp, and high-quality angelfish preparations containing sponge.
Reef compatibility: Not a good reef dweller, being prone to nip at stony and soft corals (sessile invertebrates) and clam mantles. It generally will not harm small-polyped stony corals and somewhat noxious soft corals.
Tank Recommendation: It requires a tank of 70 gallons or more with multiple hiding places and live rock for grazing.
Level of Care: Moderate
Approximate Purchase Size: Small 2" to 3"; Medium 3" to 4"; Large: 4" to 6" ; XLarge: 6" to 71/2", Show 7-1/2" to 9"

Starting at $149.99

Blue Lined Angelfish
(Japan) Chaetodontoplus septentrionalis

Very Rare - Very Beautiful

Identification: Found only around Japan, the Ryukyu Islands, Taiwan and Hong Kong, the Blue Striped Angel (also called the Blue Line Angel), was more available in the 80's, but today there are no regular imports of marine fishes from its origin, making it rarely seen in the US. Available only perhaps once yearly, those interested should not hesitate. Chaetodontoplus septentrionalis adapts to captivity more easily than many other angels. Mild mannered as angels go.
Recommended tank size: It requires at least a 100 gallon aquarium.
Reef compatibility: It grazes on live rock and will nip at stony and soft corals (sessile invertebrates) and clam mantles, so it is not a good candidate for a reef aquarium.
Food and diet: The diet of the Blue lIned Angelfish should include vegetable matter such as Spirulina, marine algae, meaty items, and high-quality angelfish preparations which include sponges.
Level of Care: Expert Only
Approximate Purchase Size: Small 2" to 3"; Medium 3" to 4"; Large: 4" to 6"

Starting at $199.99

Flagfin Angelfish

Description: The Flagfin Angelfish, also referred to as the Threespot Angelfish, is a brilliant yellow with blue lips, a dark blue-black dorsal spot where the head joins the body, and a light tan spot behind the eye.
Recommended tank size:Provide plenty of other hiding places in a 75 gallon tank or larger.
Food and diet: The diet should include vegetables, meats, and angelfish food preparations containing spongiform products. When first introduced, it may need to be offered live foods such as brine shrimp or freshly chopped seafoods to entice it to eat.
Reef Compatibility: This species is not recommended for the marine reef aquarium because it will pick at or feed upon a variety of invertebrates.
Level of Care: Moderate
Approximate Purchase Size: Small: 2" to 3-1/2"; Medium: 3-1/2" to 5"; Large: 5" to 7"

Starting at $79.99

Queen Angelfish
Holocanthus ciliaris

Description: The Queen Angelfish is one of the most striking of all angelfish. Vibrant yellow and electric sapphire-blue highlights give the Queen Angelfish an almost iridescent appearance. It has a dark spot on the forehead surrounded by bright blue. The dorsal and pelvic fins are elongated.
Recommended Tank : The Queen Angelfish needs a large tank , a minimum of 125 gallons, with lots of hiding places and live rock for grazing.
Feeding and Diet: This angelfish survives mainly on sponges so make sure you can get an angelfishformula with sponge in it. It is important that you feed angelfish all kinds of live, frozen, and prepared formula foods. Best to feed small amounts several times a day. A good formula that can be made at home consists of mussels, shrimp, squid, and spinach.
Level of Care: Moderate
Reef Compatibility: With caution, the Queen Angelfish is prone to nip at stony and soft corals (sessile invertebrates) and clam mantles.
Approximate Purchase Size: Small: 1-1/2" to 2-1/2"; Medium: 2-1/2" to 4"; Large: 4" to 6" ; XLarge 6" to 7-1/2"; Show 7-1/2" to 9"

Starting at $99.99

Blue Angelfish
Holacanthus isabelita

Description: The Blue Angelfish may also be referred to as the Common Angelfish. Similar to the Queen Angelfish, the Blue Angelfish has an overall aqua hue with a yellow shimmer and yellow edges on the fins and scales. The Blue Angelfish does not have the striking blue crown or other blue highlights of the Queen Angelfish. The juvenile Blue Angelfish differs markedly in coloring from the adult, with a yellowish-brown body color and pale blue striping.
Recommended Tank : The Blue Angelfish needs a large tank , a minimum of 125 gallons, with lots of hiding places and live rock for grazing.
Feeding and Diet: This angelfish survives mainly on sponges so make sure you can get an angelfishformula with sponge in it. It is important that you feed angelfish all kinds of live, frozen, and prepared formula foods. Best to feed small amounts several times a day. A good formula that can be made at home consists of mussels, shrimp, squid, and spinach.
Level of Care: Moderate
Reef Compatibility: With caution, the Blue Angelfish is prone to nip at stony and soft corals (sessile invertebrates) and clam mantles.
Approximate Purchase Size: Small: 1-1/2" to 2-1/2"; Medium: 2-1/2" to 4"; Large: 4" to 6", XLarge 6" to 7-1/2"; Show 7-1/2" to 9"

Starting at $59.99

Passer Angelfish
Holacanthus passer

Identification: From Mexico, the Passer angelfishis also called the King Angelfish. It is one of, if not THE hardiest of angels. They eat great, are highly adaptable and are likely to live longer than any angelfish you'll find. The adult is predominately dark blue with a white vertical stripe extending down from the dorsal fin about two-thirds of the way to the pelvic fin. The dorsal fin is rimmed in yellow. The caudal and pectoral fins are also yellow, while the pelvic fin is white in a female, and yellow in the male. The juvenile is orange with one white and multiple blue stripes.
Recommended tank size: It requires at least a 125 gallon aquarium.
Reef compatibility: It grazes on live rock and will nip at stony and soft corals (sessile invertebrates) and clam mantles, so it is not a good candidate for a reef aquarium.
Food and diet: The diet of the Passer Angelfish should include vegetable matter such as Spirulina, marine algae, meaty items, and high-quality angelfish preparations which include sponges.
Level of Care: Moderate
Approximate Purchase Size: Small: 1-1/2" to 2-1/2"; Medium: 2-1/2" to 4-1/2"; Large: 4-1/2" to 6" ; XLarge 6" to 8"

Starting at $89.99

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Please note: Aquatic Connection will not guarantee the coloration of corals as seen in your reef system.

Reason? Not all corals from our tanks and lighting will look the same when they are in your tanks. Everybody's tanks have different lighting setups, spectrums, combinations, etc. Aquatic Connection's tanks are lit by 400 watt 20K Halide bulbs. We use this combination for best growth. But for best viewing this is not the best lighting choice. Aquatic Connection photographs all polyps under Actinic only lighting. This brings out the true zoanthilia and protopalythoa colors. If your tank consists of all daylight (10K's, 14K's etc.) with minimal actinic lighting, your not going to see the vibrant true colors. We suggest you add true actinic lamps also and turn these on in the evening without the daylight lighting for proper color viewing.