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Family: Pomacanthidae (Angelfishes)
Natural Range: Indo-Pacific Region
Depth: 16 to 295 ft. Size: 4.75 in. Jumps: No Space: 30+ gal.
Reef Safe: No Care Level: Moderate Temperament: Aggressive
Diet: Algae, benthic invertebrates
Natural History: Herald's Angelfish is found on clear-water lagoons and outer reef slopes. It is haremic, with a male defending as many as 4 females. It is also observes singly or in pairs. Males have more angular dorsal and anal fins than females, as well as a dark patch behind their eye.
Husbandry: Herald's Angelfish can be aggressive and should be housed with other semi-aggressive species. Live rock with algae will help in the acclimation process. It will likely nip at the polyps of large-polyped stony corals.
AKA: False Lemonpeel Angelfish