Golden-Spotted Angelfish (Apolemichthys xanthopunctatus)
Fish in the family Pomacanthidae. Moderate care. Reef Safe with Caution.
Quick facts
Appearance
The Golden-Spotted Angelfish is a medium-sized pomacanthid with a deep, laterally compressed body. Coloration is predominantly dark blue to blue-black with distinctive golden or yellow spots scattered across the face, body, and fins. Adults display yellow accents on the pectoral and dorsal fin edges.
Diet and feeding
In captivity, feed a varied diet of high-quality omnivore preparations (pellets and flakes), frozen foods (mysis shrimp, chopped squid), and regular offerings of marine macroalgae. Sponge-based foods are particularly beneficial to mimic natural feeding behavior.
Difficulty and care for the Golden-Spotted Angelfish
Moderate - Requires some experience due to specific dietary water or tank requirements. Best suited for intermediate aquarists.
Common health issues
Marine ich (white spot disease), bacterial infections, poor water quality stress
Origin and habitat
Indo-Pacific region, from the Philippines and Indonesia westward through the Great Barrier Reef and to the coasts of Australia. Typically found on outer reef slopes and drop-offs at depths of 20–100 meters.
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