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Queen Angelfish
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Queen Angelfish

Holacanthus ciliaris

The Queen Angelfish is arguably the most striking of all angelfish species with vivid blue and yellow markings, an electric blue body, and a distinctive crown-like marking on the forehead. It grows quite large up to 18 inches and requires substantial swimming space in an aquarium of 250 gallons or more. Not reef-safe as it grazes on many corals including soft and stony varieties, anemones, and clam mantles. Can be aggressive toward tankmates and needs careful selection of robust, semi-aggressive companions. Omnivorous, accepting marine angel preparations, frozen foods, and vegetable matter.

Compatibility at a Glance

✗Not reef compatible — avoid with reef
✗Not coral compatible — avoid with coral
✓Invertebrates compatible — can be kept with invertebrates

Compatibility

✗ Reef Compatible✗ Coral Compatible✓ Invertebrate Compatible

Quick Facts

Type:
fish
Aggression:
semi-aggressive
Swimming Zone:
Surface
Midwater
Bottom
midwater
Minimum Tank:
250 gallons
Schooling:
No
Diet:
omnivore
Safety:
✗Reef
✗Coral
✓Invert

Tank Compatibility