The Joculator angelfish (Centropyge joculator) is a saltwater fish of the family Pomacanthidae that grows up to 9 cm.
Description
The Joculator angelfish is a dwarf angelfish (Pomacanthidae) from waters around the Cocos and Christmas Islands in the eastern Indian Ocean. The species grows to about 9 cm. It is orange-yellow with a blue band across the forehead and blue fin margins. As a reef-dweller it grazes algae and bottom growth on coral and rocky reefs and bears a sharp spine on the gill cover. Like many angelfish it changes sex. The fish is harmless to humans and is popular in the aquarium trade.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Joculator angelfish?
The Joculator angelfish has a flattened, disc-shaped body and is mainly yellow-gold.
Where does the Joculator angelfish live?
The Joculator angelfish lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Joculator angelfish get?
The Joculator angelfish grows to a maximum of about 9 cm.
Is the Joculator angelfish dangerous to humans?
No, the Joculator angelfish is harmless to humans.
Is the Joculator angelfish edible?
Yes, the Joculator angelfish is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Centropyge
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