Fin's Fish Guide
The Black velvet angelfish (Chaetodontoplus niger) is a saltwater fish of the family Pomacanthidae that grows up to 25 cm.
Description
The black velvet angelfish is an angelfish (Pomacanthidae) from reef water of the western Pacific. The species grows to about 20 cm and has a deep, laterally compressed, velvet-black body with yellow edges on the fins and around the head. As a bottom-oriented reef-dweller it grazes sponges, tunicates, algae and small invertebrates from coral and rock. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Black velvet angelfish?
The Black velvet angelfish has a flattened, disc-shaped body and is mainly black.
Where does the Black velvet angelfish live?
The Black velvet angelfish lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Asia: Japan, Philippines
How big does the Black velvet angelfish get?
The Black velvet angelfish grows to a maximum of about 25 cm.
Is the Black velvet angelfish dangerous to humans?
No, the Black velvet angelfish is harmless to humans. This species is harmless to humans. No specific first aid is needed. Still handle the fish with care: mind the fin rays and the sharp edges of the gill cover, and rinse any scratch with clean water and cover it. For a dirty or deep wound check tetanus status.
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Same genus Chaetodontoplus
More from the family Pomacanthidae
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