Blue Angelfish
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<span class="wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight" data-id="6">Blue Angelfish may also be called the Common Angelfish.
Similar to Queen Angelfish, the Blue Angelfish has an overall aqua-colored hue. It also has a yellow shimmer as well as white edges around the scales and fins. This Blue Angelfish does not have the distinctive blue crown and other highlights of blue that are found in that of Queen Angelfish. This young Blue Angelfish differs markedly in color from adults, with a body-color that is yellowish-brown and pale blue stripes.</span></p></p>
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span class="wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight" data-id="11">Blue Angelfish Blue Angelfish requires a large aquarium with more than 250 gallons with lots of hiding spots. It can be aggressive, in particular targeted at other angels. The Blue Angelfish is best kept as the sole Angelfish living in the tank. id="7">Not a reef-friendly fish. The Blue Angelfish is <span class="wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight" data-id="12">inclined to nibble at soft and stony corals (sessile invertebrates) and clams mantles.
It is a hermaphroditic species, and it is difficult to reproduce within an aquarium.
There aren't any distinguishing marks that distinguish males from females.
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um 1 1/2" to 2 1/4"; Large 2 1/4" to 3 1/4"; Adult - Small 3"
to 3 1/2"; Medium 3 1/2" to 5"; Medium/Large 5" to 6"; Large 6" to 7";
XLarge 7" or larger.
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Blue Angelfish Overview
The Blue Angelfish, also known as the Common Angelfish, is a stunning species commonly found in the Western Atlantic Ocean. This guide provides detailed information about its appearance, diet, and habitat requirements.Blue Angelfish Appearance
Juvenile Blue Angelfish
- Coloration: Dark blue body with yellow highlights and bright blue bars.
- Size: Juveniles range from 1" to 1-1/2".
Adult Blue Angelfish
- Coloration: Aqua hue with yellow edges on fins and scales. It has blue anal and dorsal fins.
- Size: Can grow up to 15 inches (45 centimeters) in length, but is best kept between 2.5" to less than 5" for aquarium adaptation.
Blue Angelfish Habitat Requirements
Natural Habitat
- Location: Coastal reefs with turbulent waters in Florida and deep reefs in the Gulf of Mexico.
- Regions: Widespread in the Western Atlantic Ocean, including Bermuda, the Bahamas, southern Florida, and the Gulf of Mexico (Yucatan, Mexico).
Aquarium Requirements
- Tank Size: At least 250 gallons with plenty of hiding places.
- Tank Mates: Best kept as the only angelfish due to its aggressive nature.
- Reef Compatibility: Not suitable for reef tanks, as it nips at stony and soft corals (sessile invertebrates) and clam mantles.
Blue Angelfish Diet and Nutrition
Juvenile Diet
- Natural Diet: Cleaner fish that feeds on internal parasites of other aquarium fish.
Adult Diet
- Natural Diet: Primarily consumes sponges, but also eats corals, tunicates, and algae.
- Tank Feeding:
- Spirulina
- Marine algae
- High-quality angelfish preparations
- Mysis and brine shrimps
- Small pieces of marine flesh
- Live rock for grazing
Feeding Frequency
- Recommended Feeding: Feed diverse diets regularly to ensure proper nutrition.
Blue Angelfish Behavior and Compatibility
Territoriality
- Behavior: Tends to be aggressive, especially towards other angelfish.
- Compatibility: Best kept as the only angelfish in the tank to prevent territorial disputes.
Breeding and Lifespan of the Blue
Breeding
- Reproduction: Hermaphroditic and very difficult to breed in captivity.
- Sex Differentiation: No distinguishing markings to differentiate males from females.
Lifespan
- Lifespan: Can live up to 20 years in captivity with proper care.
Purchase Sizes for the Blue
- Juvenile - Small: 1" to 1-1/2"
- Juvenile - Medium: 1-1/2" to 2-1/4"
- Juvenile - Large: 2-1/4" to 3"
- Adult - Small: 3" to 3-1/2"
- Adult - Medium: 3-1/2" to 5"
- Adult - Medium/Large: 5" to 6"
- Adult - Large: 6" to 7"
- Adult - XLarge: 7” or larger
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Weight
6 lbs
Dimensions
1 × 1 × 1 in
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