Fin's Fish Guide
The Sixbar angelfish (Pomacanthus sexstriatus) is a saltwater fish of the family Pomacanthidae that grows up to 46 cm.
Description
The sixbar angelfish is a large angelfish from the western Pacific and the Indo-Australian Archipelago. The species grows to about 46 cm; adults are yellow-brown with six dark cross-bars, a blue-green face and blue spots, juveniles black with white-blue stripes. It lives on coral-rich reefs and eats sponges, tunicates and algae. A strong gill-cover spine is characteristic of the angelfishes. The fish is harmless to humans and is assessed as Least Concern (LC) by the IUCN.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Sixbar angelfish?
The Sixbar angelfish has a flattened, disc-shaped body, is mainly yellow-gold and shows a vertical stripes pattern. Six dark vertical bars; strong opercular spine; eats sponges
Where does the Sixbar angelfish live?
The Sixbar angelfish lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Western Pacific
How big does the Sixbar angelfish get?
The Sixbar angelfish grows to a maximum of about 46 cm.
Is the Sixbar angelfish dangerous to humans?
No, the Sixbar 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 Sixbar angelfish edible?
The Sixbar angelfish is rarely eaten.
More photos
Want the complete picture on the Sixbar angelfish?
Point your camera at the fish and Fin names the species in seconds. Free, and the Sixbar angelfish is one of 12,519 species in the app.
All data
Identification
Appearance
Habitat & distribution
Behaviour & biology
For anglers
Safety
Status & sources
Same genus Pomacanthus
More from the family Pomacanthidae
Want the complete picture on the Sixbar angelfish?
Point your camera at the fish and Fin names the species in seconds. Free, and the Sixbar angelfish is one of 12,519 species in the app.