This species is known as
Bluering Angelfish and the correct latin name is
Pomacanthus annularis. The family that this marine fish species belongs to is called the
Angelfish family. (
e) Origin of this species is
Indo-West Pacific. (
e)
Character and suggestions regarding care
A semi-aggressive Angelfish.
Bluering Angelfish can grow up to 45 cm what is approximately 17 inches. 1 specimen basically needs at least 5400cm
2 of water surface which is approximately 837 square inch. It is recommended to raise this species in fish tanks that are large. (
e) Medium aquariums have at least 113 Litres (30 US Gallons). Large aquariums have at least 265 Litres (70 US Gallons). Very large aquariums have at least 700 Litres (185 US Gallons).
It is not very difficult to keep the Bluering Angelfish. (
e) The specific gravity (SG) should be between 1,020 and 1,025, the temperature between 23°C (73.4°F) and 26°C (78.8°F). The pH level should be stable, varying between 8.0 and 8.3 which is usual for marine fish.
Thanks to
Kenneth Leonard for the pictures. Copyright Ken Leonard.
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Document modified on Sat Sep 27 6:27:00 UTC 2008
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