Goldflake Angelfish
Apolemichthys xanthopunctatus
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Suggested Tank
125+ gallons
Max Size
10 inches
Difficulty
Temperament
Description
A striking medium-large angelfish with a brownish-gold body dotted with brilliant lemon-yellow flecks, a yellow head with purplish snout and a black forehead spot, and black dorsal, anal, and caudal fins edged in electric blue. Adults reach about 10 inches and become territorial once established, so keep one per tank in a 125-gallon or larger system with abundant live rock caves plus wide-open swimming room. It is among the better-behaved large angels in a reef, but individuals may sample zoanthids, LPS, clam mantles, and sponges, and it needs a varied sponge- and algae-based diet fed several times daily.
Reef Safe
With caution
Environment
Goldflake Angelfish require a large tank with plenty of hiding places and live rock for grazing. The tank should be well-filtered as these fish are sensitive to water quality.
Behavior
Goldflake Angelfish are semi-aggressive. They can be territorial and may not get along well with other angelfish. They are active swimmers and need plenty of space to move around.
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Apolemichthys xanthopunctatus
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