 : The Angelfishes
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Taxonomy:
Perciformes,
Angelfishes
(Pomacanthidae)
General Information: The angelishes are close relatives of the butterflyfishes, and were rather recently considered to be in the same family. Angelfishes rival the color spectrum of the butterflyfishes and possess spines in front of the operculum which their cousins do not.
Diet: Most species feed on invertebrates such as coral polyps and algae.
Final Note: It is recommended that there should be at least 10 gallons of water for every inch of adult angelfish. They are active swimmers and large specimens need large spaces to be comfortable in an aquarium. There are 6 common genera of angelfishes that are common in the saltwater hobby: Apolemichthyes, Centropyge (pygmy), Chaetodontoplus, Genicanthus (swallowtail), Holocanthus, Pomocanthus. Each genus has its peculiar habits, and should be researched before purchase and introduction to the home aquarium.
Examples at SeaScape Studio:
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