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Pomacanthus arcuatus
The gray angelfish is one of eighty-six species of angelfish, many of which are widely collected by aquarists because of their bright colors and elegant body types. These fish are commonly associated with the diverse coral reefs of the Caribbean and are popular with divers, photographers and artists for the same reason. They are the largest of the angelfish species, reaching a maximum length of 2 feet (60 cm) and weighing up to 4.5 pounds (2 kg).
Gray angelfish typically have a charcoal-colored body with yellow pectoral fins and neon-blue tips on their tails and dorsal fins. Unlike other reef fish, gray angelfish do not school although they are often found in mated pairs. They feed mostly on invertebrates found in reefs, including sponges and tunicates.
They are harvested by fishermen in the Caribbean and their meat can be served both raw or salted.
Range and Habitat
These eye-catching fish are common to the Atlantic Ocean, from New England south to Brazil. They prefer warmer waters and are frequently association with coral reef systems. Juvenile gray angelfish may hide in sea grass beds as well.
Conservation Status
Common.
Pomacanthus arcuatus
The gray angelfish is one of eighty-six species of angelfish, many of which are widely collected by aquarists because of their bright colors and elegant body types. These fish are commonly associated with the diverse coral reefs of the Caribbean and are popular with divers, photographers and artists for the same reason. They are the largest of the angelfish species, reaching a maximum length of 2 feet (60 cm) and weighing up to 4.5 pounds (2 kg).
Gray angelfish typically have a charcoal-colored body with yellow pectoral fins and neon-blue tips on their tails and dorsal fins. Unlike other reef fish, gray angelfish do not school although they are often found in mated pairs. They feed mostly on invertebrates found in reefs, including sponges and tunicates.
They are harvested by fishermen in the Caribbean and their meat can be served both raw or salted.
Range and Habitat
These eye-catching fish are common to the Atlantic Ocean, from New England south to Brazil. They prefer warmer waters and are frequently association with coral reef systems. Juvenile gray angelfish may hide in sea grass beds as well.
Conservation Status
Common.
