The Bandit angelfish (Apolemichthys arcuatus) is a saltwater fish of the family Pomacanthidae that grows up to 18 cm.
Description
The bandit angelfish is an angelfish (Pomacanthidae) endemic to the waters around Hawaii. The species grows to about 18 cm and has a white to grey-white body with a conspicuous broad, black-edged band running from the snout over the eye to the tail, like a bandit's mask. As a reef-dweller it lives on deeper rocky and coral reefs and eats mainly sponges and algae. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Bandit angelfish?
The Bandit angelfish has a flattened, disc-shaped body and is mainly white.
Where does the Bandit angelfish live?
The Bandit angelfish lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Bandit angelfish get?
The Bandit angelfish grows to a maximum of about 18 cm.
Is the Bandit angelfish dangerous to humans?
No, the Bandit angelfish is harmless to humans.
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Same genus Apolemichthys
More from the family Pomacanthidae
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