Fin's Fish Guide
The Bluering angelfish (Pomacanthus annularis) is a saltwater fish of the family Pomacanthidae that grows up to 45 cm.
Description
The bluering angelfish is a large angelfish from the Indo-West Pacific. The species grows to about 45 cm; adults are brown with oblique, light-blue bands and a blue ring behind the gill cover, juveniles black with white-blue stripes. It lives in coral-rich coastal and reef areas and eats sponges, tunicates and algae. A strong spine on the gill cover is characteristic of the angelfishes. The fish is harmless to humans, popular in the aquarium trade and assessed as Least Concern (LC) by the IUCN.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Bluering angelfish?
The Bluering angelfish has a flattened, disc-shaped body, is mainly brown and shows a horizontal stripes pattern. Blue ring behind the operculum; strong opercular spine; eats sponges
Where does the Bluering angelfish live?
The Bluering angelfish lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Indo-West Pacific
How big does the Bluering angelfish get?
The Bluering angelfish grows to a maximum of about 45 cm.
Is the Bluering angelfish dangerous to humans?
No, the Bluering 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 Bluering angelfish edible?
The Bluering angelfish is rarely eaten.
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Same genus Pomacanthus
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