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About Ornate Angelfish
The Ornate Angelfish displays striking vertical yellow and dark blue or black striping on the body, with an ornate facial pattern and yellow accents on the dorsal and anal fins. The fish has a compressed, disc-like body typical of Pomacanthidae, and the contrast between bright yellow and dark bands becomes more intense with age and in well-maintained aquaria.
Key facts
- Feeding Schedule
- 2-3 times daily
- Origin
- Indo-Pacific region, found from Indonesia and the Philippines through the Central Pacific to Hawaii and the Great Barrier Reef. Occurs at depths of 50–200 meters, primarily in deep reef environments.
- Family
- Pomacanthidae
- Water Parameters
- Temperature: 72-78°F pH: 8.1-8.3 Salinity: 1.023-1.025
- Max Size
- 9
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Min tank size
- 125 gallons
- Diet
- omnivore
- Difficulty Level
- The Ornate Angelfish is moderately difficult, requiring stable water conditions, a well-established tank with adequate rock work for grazing on microalgae and small invertebrates, and a patient acclimation period. It is less hardy than dwarf angels but more adaptable than some large angelfish species.
- Care Level
- Moderate
- Care Requirements
- • Minimum 125-gallon aquarium; larger tanks preferred for active swimming • pH 8.1–8.3, temp 74–78°F, salinity 1.023–1.025 • Stable water conditions; moderate water flow; excellent filtration • Feed varied diet: quality flake/pellet, frozen mysis, small crustaceans • Peaceful; avoid aggressive tankmates; acclimate slowly
- Common Health Issues
- Marine ich, Fin rot, Swim bladder disorders, Bacterial infections, Parasitic infestations
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