Flagfin Angelfish

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Flagfin Angelfish Overview

The Flagfin Angelfish (Apolemichthys trimaculata) is a stunning marine fish known for its vibrant colors and unique features. This guide provides details on its appearance, diet, and habitat needs.

Appearance of the Flagfin Angelfish

Juvenile and Adult Coloration:
  • Juvenile: Bright yellow body with blue lips and a dark blue-black dorsal spot where the head meets the body. It also has a light tan spot behind the eyes.
  • Adult: Maintains the bright yellow body with blue lips and similar dorsal and eye spots.
Size Categories:
  • Small: 2" to 2-3/4"
  • Small/Medium: 2-3/4" to 3-1/4"
  • Medium: 3-1/4" to 4"
  • Medium/Large: 4" to 5"
  • Large: 5" to 7"
  • XLarge: 7" and larger
  • Juvenile: Small 1" to 2"

Habitat Requirements for Flagfin Angelfish

Tank Size and Setup:
  • Minimum Tank Size: 125 gallons or larger.
  • Tank Mates: Should be the only angelfish in the tank due to its shy nature.
Reef Compatibility:
  • Not Reef-Safe: Avoid housing with reef tanks. The Flagfin Angelfish may nip at sessile invertebrates such as soft and stony corals and clam mantles.
Hiding Spots:
  • Provide plenty of hiding places in the tank to make the Flagfin Angelfish feel secure.

Diet and Nutrition for Flagfin

Natural Diet:
  • Primarily consumes tunicates, sponges, and algae.
Tank Feeding:
  • Initial Feeding: Introduce brine shrimp or mysis to stimulate feeding.
  • Regular Diet: Offer foods containing sponges, Spirulina, algae sheets, fish pieces, and shrimp.
  • Feeding Frequency: Provide small quantities several times daily.
Dietary Tips:
  • Enrich the tank with a variety of foods to meet the Flagfin Angelfish's dietary needs.

Origin of the Flagfin

The Flagfin Angelfish is native to the Indo-West Pacific region. Its range includes:
  • Southeast Coast of Africa
  • Samoa
  • Southern Japan
  • Northern Australia
This species is known for its bright coloration and can be challenging to care for due to its specific dietary requirements and reef compatibility issues.  

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Units
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Weight
6 lbs
Dimensions
1 × 1 × 1 in

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