Regal Angel - Pygoplites diacanthus

Regal Angel Fish - Pygoplites diacanthus Overview

  The Regal Angel fish stands out for its vibrant vertical stripes in blue, white, and yellow. This striking coloration extends to the pelvic fin, enhancing its regal appearance. Regal Angelfish from the Maldives and the Red Sea showcase a distinctive yellow breast. In contrast, those from the Indo-Pacific, Coral Sea, and Tahiti typically have a gray or blue breast. As the fish matures, these color variations become more prominent, especially in specimens over 4 inches in length.

Regal Angel Fish Origin

You can find Regal Angel Fish throughout the Indo-Pacific region, including

• • Red Sea

 

• • Maldives

 

• • Coral Sea

 

• • Fiji

 

• • Tahiti

 

• • Ryukyu Islands

 

• • Ogasawara Islands in Japan

 

• • Great Barrier Reef

 

• • New Caledonia

  These Regals are known for being good shippers and generally adapt more quickly to home aquariums than their Indo-Pacific counterparts.\n\n

Regal Angel Care and Habitat

To ensure the health and well-being of your Regal Angelfish, follow these guidelines:

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  • Tank Size: A minimum of 125 gallons is essential.

 

• • Habitat: Provide plenty of hiding spots and live rock for grazing.

 

• • Behavior: This species may nip at large-polyped stony corals, soft corals, and clam mantles. For best results, keep it with smaller-polyped stony corals and somewhat noxious soft corals.

   

Regal Nutrition

Regal Angelfish are carnivores with a diverse diet:

• • Wild Diet: Includes tunicates, sponges, and coral polyps.

 

• • In Captivity: Offer a mix of nori seaweed, mysis shrimp, and chopped meaty foods. Supplement their diet with vegetable-based foods like Spirulina and marine algae.

   

Key Features of the Regal Angel Fish

 

• • Juvenile Coloration: Juveniles are black with blue and white stripes, which fade to a "False Eye Spot."

 

• • Mature Coloration: Adults display striking vertical stripes in blue, white, yellow, or orange, with variations based on their region.

 

Purchase Sizes

 

• • Juvenile Small: 1" to 1-3/4"

 

• • Medium: 1-3/4" to 2-1/2"

 

• • Large: 2-1/2" to 3-1/4"

 

• • Adult Small: 2" to 2-3/4"

 

• • Small/Medium: 2-3/4" to 3-1/2"

 

• • Medium: 3-1/2" to 4-1/2"

 

• • Medium/Large: 4-1/2" to 5-1/4"

 

• • Large: 5-1/4" to 6"

 

• • XLarge: 6" to 7"

  Note: Regal Angel fish are designated as "Expert Only" due to their specific care requirements. While we guarantee their arrival in good condition, this species is best suited for experienced aquarists, zoos, or research institutions.    

Plant the Foundation of Your Reef

       

• Explore life in our fish category.
• See related angels under this species index.
• Strengthen water chemistry with salt & buffer blends.
• Feed growth with nutritious dry food.

   

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