The Blue Angel fish is a beautiful addition to any aquarium but it is not reef compatible and requires a minimum 200 gallon aquarium.
Category | Fish |
Care Level | Moderate |
Diet | Omnivore |
Size | 5-6 Inches (Can Grow to 18 Inches) |
Origin | Florida |
Minimum Tank Ssize | 250 Gallons |
Water Condition | 72-78F, dkh 8-12, PH 8.1-8.4, sg 1.023-1.025 |
Water Flow | Medium |
Light | Medium |
Reef Compatible | No |
Compatibility |
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The Blue Angelfish is one of the most striking of all angelfish. Vibrant yellow and electric sapphire-blue highlights give the Blue Angelfish an almost iridescent appearance. It has a dark spot on the forehead surrounded by bright blue. The dorsal and pelvic fins are elongated.
The Blue Angelfish can reach a length of 20 inches as an adult. It therefore requires a 250 gallon or larger tank. The tank should contain large amounts of live rock for hiding and grazing. Blue Angelfish is prone to nip at stony and soft corals.
A varied diet should be provided which includes Spirulina, marine algae, high-quality angelfish preparations, and frozen shrimp.