{"title":"Fish - Angels","description":"Saltwater angelfish members of the Pomacanthidae family are renowned for their vivid hues, graceful swimming, and captivating patterns. Aquarium enthusiasts covet these marine creatures for their exquisite beauty and distinct behaviours. Characteristically, saltwater angelfish possess a laterally compressed body, elongated fins, and a notably rounded or oval shape. Their coloration and patterns vary widely, ranging from vibrant stripes and spots to intricate designs. Certain species exhibit elongated dorsal and anal fins, while others feature trailing extensions on their fins.","products":[{"product_id":"blue-faced-angelfish","title":"Blue-faced Angelfish (Medium)","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClick\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/saltwaterpros.ca\/pages\/shipping-ordering-policy#DOA\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/saltwaterpros.ca\/pages\/shipping-ordering-policy#DOA\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHERE\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eto read our Dead On Arrival (DOA) policy.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClick\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/saltwaterpros.ca\/blogs\/beginner-reefers\/how-to-acclimate-fish-like-a-pro\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHERE\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003efor how to acclimate the fish.\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Blue-faced Angelfish, scientifically known as Pomacanthus xanthometopon, is a species of marine angelfish belonging to the family Pomacanthidae. It is also commonly referred to as the Yellow-faced Angelfish due to the bright yellow coloration on its face.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHere are some key characteristics and information about the Blue-faced Angelfish:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance\u003c\/strong\u003e: As the name suggests, the Blue-faced Angelfish has a striking blue face with bright yellow patches around its eyes and mouth. The body is mostly dark blue, and it features vertical bars made up of alternating light and dark stripes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize\u003c\/strong\u003e: These angelfish can grow up to around 14 to 15 inches (35 to 38 centimeters) in length.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHabitat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Blue-faced Angelfish are native to the Indo-Pacific region, including areas like the Red Sea, the Great Barrier Reef in Australia, and various islands in the Pacific Ocean. They are typically found in coral reefs and lagoons, often in relatively deep waters.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet\u003c\/strong\u003e: Their diet mainly consists of sponges, tunicates, algae, and small invertebrates. In a home aquarium, it's important to provide a varied diet to ensure their health and well-being.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBehavior\u003c\/strong\u003e: Blue-faced Angelfish are known to be territorial and can be aggressive towards other angelfish or similar-looking species. They may also be prone to nipping at coral in a reef aquarium.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAquarium Care\u003c\/strong\u003e: If you plan to keep a Blue-faced Angelfish in an aquarium, it should be a large one with plenty of hiding spots and live rock to mimic its natural habitat. Adequate water quality and temperature are essential for their well-being. It's also recommended to add new fish to the tank cautiously, as they can be territorial and may not tolerate the presence of other angelfish.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBlue-faced Angelfish are prized by marine aquarium enthusiasts for their striking appearance, but they require careful care and consideration due to their territorial nature and specific habitat needs. When kept in a well-maintained aquarium, they can be a stunning addition to a marine setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare level\u003c\/strong\u003e: Moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSemi-aggressive\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet\u003c\/strong\u003e: Omnivore\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReef Compatible\u003c\/strong\u003e: With Caution\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFamily\u003c\/strong\u003e: Pomacanthidae\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Tank Size\u003c\/strong\u003e: 220 gallons \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eS\u003c\/span\u003eize: \u003c\/strong\u003eMedium: 2\" to 3\" \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Saltwater Pros Inc.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43635887636720,"sku":"BluefaceAngelfishSmall","price":399.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0609\/7482\/5712\/files\/Blue-facedAngelfish.jpg?v=1686019712"},{"product_id":"blue-faced-angelfish-extra-large","title":"Blue-faced Angelfish (Large)","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClick\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/saltwaterpros.ca\/pages\/shipping-ordering-policy#DOA\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/saltwaterpros.ca\/pages\/shipping-ordering-policy#DOA\"\u003eHERE\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eto read our Dead On Arrival (DOA) policy.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClick\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/saltwaterpros.ca\/blogs\/beginner-reefers\/how-to-acclimate-fish-like-a-pro\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHERE\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003efor how to acclimate the fish.\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePomacanthus xanthometopon is a marine ray-finned fish, a marine angelfish belonging to the family Pomacanthidae found in shallow parts of the Indo-Pacific. It is commonly known as the blueface angelfish or the yellowface angelfish because of its striking facial colouration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare level\u003c\/strong\u003e: Moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSemi-aggressive\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet\u003c\/strong\u003e: Omnivore\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReef Compatible\u003c\/strong\u003e: With Caution\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFamily\u003c\/strong\u003e: Pomacanthidae\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Tank Size\u003c\/strong\u003e: 220 gallons \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eS\u003c\/span\u003eize: \u003c\/strong\u003eLarge 6\"+\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Saltwater Pros Inc.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44169098658032,"sku":null,"price":799.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0609\/7482\/5712\/files\/Blue-facedAngelfish_0a226b46-5aca-422b-90be-21195cd1e1a7.jpg?v=1689799997"},{"product_id":"regal-angelfish-medium-1","title":"Regal Angelfish","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eClick\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/saltwaterpros.ca\/pages\/shipping-ordering-policy#DOA\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHERE\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eto read our Dead On Arrival (DOA) policy.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eClick\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/saltwaterpros.ca\/blogs\/beginner-reefers\/how-to-acclimate-fish-like-a-pro\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHERE\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003efor how to acclimate the fish.\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/h3\u003e\nThe Regal Angelfish, also known as the Royal Angelfish or Pygoplites diacanthus, is a species of marine angelfish. It is highly recognized for its striking and vibrant coloration, making it a popular choice for aquarium enthusiasts. Here's some information about the Regal Angelfish:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance\u003c\/strong\u003e: The Regal Angelfish has a deep, laterally compressed body with a round profile. Its body is primarily dark blue to purple, with vivid vertical yellow stripes running across its body. It has bright yellow caudal (tail) and dorsal fins, and the anal and pectoral fins are dark blue to black.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize\u003c\/strong\u003e: The Regal Angelfish can grow up to 9 inches (22 cm) in length, although the average size is usually around 6-8 inches (15-20 cm) in captivity.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHabitat\u003c\/strong\u003e: It is native to the Indo-Pacific region, including the Red Sea, the Maldives, Indonesia, and Australia. It typically inhabits coral reefs and lagoons, preferring areas with ample hiding spots and caves.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBehavior\u003c\/strong\u003e: Regal Angelfish are known to be somewhat territorial and may display aggression towards other angelfish and similar species. They are generally not suitable for reef aquariums with delicate corals, as they may nip at them. However, they can be kept in a peaceful community tank with other compatible fish species.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet\u003c\/strong\u003e: In the wild, Regal Angelfish primarily feed on sponges, tunicates, and other small invertebrates. In captivity, they can be fed a varied diet that includes high-quality marine pellets, frozen or live foods such as brine shrimp, mysis shrimp, and chopped seafood.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAquarium Care\u003c\/strong\u003e: Due to their size and activity level, Regal Angelfish require a spacious aquarium of at least 75 gallons (280 liters). The tank should have plenty of hiding places, such as live rock formations, to provide security. It is important to maintain stable water parameters and good water quality for their well-being.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBreeding\u003c\/strong\u003e: Regal Angelfish are known to be difficult to breed in captivity, and successful captive breeding is relatively rare. They are classified as pelagic spawners, releasing eggs and sperm into the water column. The eggs then float freely until hatching.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare level\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eExpert \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSemi-aggressive\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet\u003c\/strong\u003e: Omnivore\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReef Compatible\u003c\/strong\u003e: With Caution\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFamily\u003c\/strong\u003e: Pomacanthidae\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Tank Size\u003c\/strong\u003e: 125 gallons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eS\u003c\/span\u003eize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small 2-3\", Medium 3-4\", Large: 5-6\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Saltwater Pros Inc.","offers":[{"title":"Small","offer_id":47562449813744,"sku":"","price":199.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Medium","offer_id":47562449846512,"sku":"","price":249.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Large","offer_id":47562449879280,"sku":"","price":399.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0609\/7482\/5712\/files\/RegalAngelfishYellowBelly_703f03a5-9ce0-4bc2-a7f0-d1a6452c4009.png?v=1703830508"}],"url":"https:\/\/saltwaterreef.ca\/collections\/fish-angels.oembed","provider":"Saltwater Pros Inc.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}