Arabian angelfish, also known as the Asfur angelfish and Pomacanthus asfur, is a type of marine fish that belongs to the Pomacanthidae family.
You can find this fish in the Western Indian Ocean.
These angelfish are often seen in semi-protected areas near coral reefs with both soft and hard corals.
They are very aggressive toward other Arabian angelfish unless you pair them. Their main diet consists of sponges and tunicates.
Although beautiful, these fish are not safe for reef tanks.
Arabian Angelfish Interesting Facts
- Arabian angelfish belongs to the family Pomacanthidae and is a marine angelfish.
- They can be found in semi-protected inshore reefs with rich soft and hard coral growth in the Western Indian Ocean.
- These fish are aggressive toward their own species unless they are paired.
- Their diet mainly consists of sponges and tunicates.
Arabian Angelfish Habitat
Arabian angelfish is found in the Western Indian Ocean from the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden, down to Zanzibar.
This angelfish is typically found around coral reefs and doesn’t migrate to other areas.
It’s found at a depth range of 3 to 30 meters underwater. It thrives best in tropical waters.
| Water Temperature: | Unknown |
| Water pH: | Unknown |
| Water Hardness: | Unknown |
Arabian Angelfish Physical Characteristics
Size: 15.8 inches (40.0 centimeters)
The maximum length that Arabian angelfish can grow to is 15.8 inches (40 centimeters), from its head to the end of its tail.
Arabian Angelfish Scientific Classification
| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Chordata |
| Class: | Actinopterygii |
| Order: | Perciformes |
| Family: | Pomacanthidae |
| Genus: | Pomacanthus |
| Scientific Name: | Pomacanthus asfur |
| Also Known As: | Arabian angelfish, Asfur angelfish |
| Conservation Status: | Least Concern |