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Bluegirdled Angelfish

Bluegirdled Angelfish

Pomacanthus Navarchus

Quick Facts

Scientific name Pomacanthus Navarchus

Other names Majestic Angelfish, Navarchus Angelfish, Bluegirdle Angelfish

Size Up to 30cm (11.8 in)

Weight Under a kilo (2.2lb)

Distribution

Habitat & AU Distribution Clear lagoons, reefs and surge channels.

Depth Range

Bluegirdled Angelfish Distribution Australia

Interesting Info

This is a territorial species often found on its own or occasionally in pairs. Young fish stay in the shallows whilst adults can be found in up to 40 m (130 ft).
The Blue Girdled Angelfish is a protandrous hermaphrodites, meaning they change from one gender to another later in life.
Juveniles are typically dark blue to black with light coloured vertical lines on their sides. These colours start to change to the bright blues and yellows when they reach the 3 to 7 inch size
These fish are omnivores and primarily feed on tunicates, algae and sponges, but also eat small invertebrates and zooplankton.
Estimates on lifespan have them reaching up to 21 years of age.
The Blue Girdled Angelfish is a shy fish generally living near caves or reef crevices, they are considered to be semi-aggressive
The main predators of angelfish include sharks, larger predatory fish and marine mammals.

Species Interaction

Aquarium & Reef

The Bluegirdled Angelfish also commonly known as the Majestic Anglefish is a popular reef species well known for its bright colours. Adult fish comprise of three main colours; Deep blue, yellow/orange and neon blue highlights. Whilst the fish is not considered dangerous, they do have a long spine on the gill covers for protection.

The fish has a large range across the tropical west Pacific, including Indonesia, the Philippines and Australia.