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About Shepard's Angelfish
Shepard's Angelfish is a striking dwarf angelfish with a primarily dark navy-blue body and distinctive bright yellow-orange vertical bars or stripes running along the sides. The head and gill covers display vibrant orange-yellow coloration, and the dorsal and anal fins are rimmed with the same warm tones, creating a bold contrast against the dark body.
Key facts
- Care Requirements
- • Minimum 70 gallon tank with plenty of live rock caves and crevices for shelter and grazing • Temperature range 72–78°F, pH 8.1–8.3, Salinity 1.023–1.025 • This deep-water species requires excellent water quality and stable conditions; acclimation should be gradual and careful • Feed 2–3 times daily with a varied omnivorous diet; they are naturally found at depth and may be shy initially • Can be semi-aggressive toward other angelfish and some tank mates; house singly or with peaceful fish • Monitor for parasites and ich, which are common in recently collected deep-water species
- Common Health Issues
- Ich, parasites, stress-related diseases, poor acclimation
- Min tank size
- 70 gallons
- Diet
- omnivore
- Feeding Schedule
- 2-3 times daily
- Origin
- Indo-Pacific region, including the Philippines, Indonesia, and parts of the Great Barrier Reef. Found in deep coral reef environments, typically at depths of 40–200 meters.
- Reef safety
- Reef Safe with Caution
- Care Level
- Hard
- Temperament
- Semi Aggressive
- Family
- Pomacanthidae
- Difficulty Level
- Moderate - Requires some experience due to specific dietary water or tank requirements. Best suited for intermediate aquarists.
- Water Parameters
- Temperature: 72-78°F pH: 8.1-8.3 Salinity: 1.023-1.025
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