This species is known as
Sixbar Angelfish and the correct latin name is
Pomacanthus sexstriatus. It belongs to the
Angelfish family. (
e) Origin of this fish is
Indo-Pacific. (
e)
Character and suggestions regarding care
A semi-aggressive fish.
Sixbar 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. This fish should be kept in aquariums that are very 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 hold at least 700 Litres (185 US Gallons).
It is not very difficult to keep the Sixbar 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 suggested level of pH (a measure of the acidity/basicity) is between 8.0 and 8.3 which is usual for most marine fish.
Thanks to
Kenneth Leonard for the pictures. Copyright Ken Leonard.
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