Blueface Angelfish – Pomacanthus xanthometopon

Species Name: Pomacanthus xanthometopon

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Common Names: Blueface Angelfish

Family: Pomacanthidae

Order: Perciformes (perch-likes)

Class: Acinopterygii (ray-finned fishes)

Max.Size: 15.0 inches / 38cm

Environment: Reef

Origin: Indo-west-Pacific

Temperament: Semi Aggressive

Company: Is not aggressive towards relative but members of the same genus may be bullied.

Aquarium Setup: 180gal should be considered minumum aquarium size for keeping blueface angelfish. Plenty of live rock with lots of hiding spaces should be provided. Blueface Angelfish is not a reef safe fish.

Food: Should be offered meaty foods. Also special angelfish blend should be offered occasionally.

Breeding: Blueface Angelfish has not been captive bred