Bluegirdle Angelfish
NameBluegirdle Angelfish
Scientific NamePomacanthus navarchus
Common NamesBluegirdle Angelfish, Majestic Angelfish, Navarchus Angelfish
FamilyPomacanthidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, New Guinea, Solomon Islands
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)125
Max Size (Inches)10
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-78
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesTangs, Large Wrasses, Triggerfish (with caution), Groupers, Hawkfish, Puffers
Description
The Bluegirdle Angelfish is a strikingly beautiful marine fish, featuring a vibrant yellow body adorned with blue spots, a deep blue face, and a distinctive blue band across its midsection. It is a popular choice for large FOWLR or reef aquariums, though it requires stable water parameters and can be semi-aggressive towards similar species. This species is known to nip at corals and sessile invertebrates.
