Rock Beauty Angelfish; Atl. - Holacanthus tricolor

Rock Beauty Angelfish Overview

The Rock Beauty Angelfish, as an adult, has a striking appearance with a body dominated by black on the back half. The head, front half of the body, and caudal fin are bright yellow, and the eyes are accented with sapphire blue. Juveniles start with a predominantly yellow body and a large black caudal spot that grows and darkens over time.

Rock Beauty Nutrition

• • Diet: Primarily sponges, but they also eat tunicates, jellyfish, corals, and macroalgae like Halimeda and Mermaid's Fan.

 

• • Feeding Tips: In captivity, provide prepared foods containing sponge material, marine algae, Spirulina, and finely chopped meaty items.

 

Origin and Habitat

• • Geographic Range: Found in the tropical western Atlantic Ocean, from Georgia to Florida and Bermuda, extending to the northern Gulf of Mexico, and down to Santa Catarina, Brazil.

 

• • Habitat: Prefer coral and rocky areas in tropical waters.

 

Housing Needs for Rock Beauty

• • Tank Size: A minimum of 125 gallons is recommended to accommodate their size and activity level.

• • Reef Compatibility: Not reef-safe due to their tendency to nip at corals and other sessile invertebrates.

• • Tank Setup: Provide ample live rock for grazing and hiding places to mimic their natural habitat.

 

Size and Appearance

• • Juvenile Size: Small: 1" to 2-1/4"; Small/Medium: 2-1/4" to 3-1/2"

• • Adult Size: Up to 8 inches in length.

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