Passer Angelfish
Holacanthus passer
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Suggested Tank
250+ gallons
Max Size
14 inches
Difficulty
Temperament
Description
A large, robust Eastern Pacific angelfish; adults are deep blue-black with a bold vertical white bar behind the gill, yellow caudal and pectoral fins, and a yellow-edged dorsal, while juveniles are orange with blue and white bars. It is a hardy but bold, semi-aggressive grazer that dominates tankmates as it matures and needs a very large system with plenty of live rock for grazing and open water for swimming. Like other Holacanthus, it nips stony and soft corals, zoanthids and clam mantles, so it belongs in a fish-only or FOWLR setup.
Reef Safe
No
Environment
The Passer Angelfish requires a large tank with plenty of swimming space. The tank should also have plenty of hiding spots and live rock for grazing. This fish prefers a well-lit tank with a moderate to strong current.
Behavior
The Passer Angelfish is semi-aggressive. It can be territorial and will defend its space against intruders. It is best kept with other fish of a similar size and temperament. This fish is active and likes to swim around in the open.
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