Ballina Angelfish (Chaetodontoplus ballinae)
Fish in the family Pomacanthidae. Hard care. Not Reef Safe.
Quick facts
Appearance
The Ballina Angelfish displays a predominantly yellow-gold body with distinctive white and dark blue or black vertical bars along the flanks. The dorsal and anal fins are yellow with blue accents, and the tail fin is yellow. The face typically exhibits white coloration with dark markings, and the fish has the characteristic rounded body shape of medium-sized pomacanthid angelfish.
Diet and feeding
In captivity, feed a varied diet of quality angelfish pellets or flakes, supplemented with blanched vegetables (nori), spirulina, and occasional frozen meaty foods such as mysis shrimp and brine shrimp.
Difficulty and care for the Ballina Angelfish
This species requires substantial tank volume, stable water parameters, and careful feeding protocol. It is not suitable for small systems and presents challenges due to its tendency to damage corals and inverts, demanding experienced hobbyists familiar with large reef or FOWLR systems.
Common health issues
Parasitic infections, marine ich, bacterial infections, nutritional deficiencies if diet is unbalanced
Origin and habitat
Western Pacific, ranging from Indonesia to Australia and the Indo-Pacific region. Found in coral reef environments of this range.
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