Aquaria
Blue Angelfish

Blue Angelfish

NameBlue Angelfish
Scientific NameHolacanthus bermudensis
Common NamesBlue Angelfish, Bermuda Blue Angelfish
FamilyPomacanthidae
OriginWestern Atlantic Ocean, Caribbean Sea, Gulf of Mexico, Bermuda
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)180
Max Size (Inches)15
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-78
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesTangs, Large Wrasses, Triggerfish (some species), Groupers (some species), Other large, robust fish

Description

The Blue Angelfish is a large and striking marine angelfish, recognized by its vibrant blue body and yellow fins as an adult. Juveniles display a distinct pattern of vertical blue and white bars. Native to the Western Atlantic, this species requires a spacious, well-established saltwater aquarium.

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