Fin's Fish Guide
The Black-velvet angelfish (Chaetodontoplus melanosoma) is a saltwater fish of the family Pomacanthidae that grows up to 20 cm.
Asia: Taiwan/Ch Taipei, India, Indonesia, Japan, Papua New Guinea, Philippines and others
Description
The black-velvet angelfish is an angelfish (Pomacanthidae) from the western Pacific. The species grows to about 20 cm and has a deep, laterally compressed, dark-grey to black body with a yellow-edged tail and face. As a reef-dweller it lives on coral- and sponge-covered slopes to about thirty metres and eats sponges, tunicates, algae and detritus. 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: Taiwan/Ch Taipei, India, Indonesia, Japan, Papua New Guinea, Philippines and others
How big does the Black-velvet angelfish get?
The Black-velvet angelfish grows to a maximum of about 20 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.
Is the Black-velvet angelfish edible?
Yes, the Black-velvet angelfish is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Chaetodontoplus
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