Black Velvet Angelfish – Chaetodontoplus melanosoma

Species Name: Chaetodontoplus melanosoma

Synonyms:

Common Names: Black Velvet Angelfish, Gray Poma

Family: Pomacanthidae

Order: Perciformes (perch-likes)

Class: Acinopterygii (ray-finned fishes)

Max.Size: 6.7 inches / 17cm

Environment: Reef, Depth 5-25

Origin: Eastern Indian Ocean and Western Pacific

Temperament: Semi Aggressive

Company: No overly aggressive species while acclimating

Aquarium Setup: Minimum 75gal tank

Food: Feeds on filamentous algae and diatoms and sponges. Meaty foods should also be offered.

Breeding: Not captive bred. Usually found solitary or in pairs.

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