![]() It is not considered reef safe though some specimens have been reported to live peacefully without harassing small-polyped stony corals and soft corals of a more 'noxious' nature.įeed a varied diet of Spirulina and other marine algae. Xenia) as well as tridacnid clam mantles. Most large angelfish are well known for nipping at large-polyped stony corals and some soft corals (e.g. The length of time it takes this change to occur can be as little as 4 months but as many as a year depending on diet, stress and individual specimen. The juveniles begin to change anywhere from 3 - 6 inches and may have an odd mottled appearance. The body of the juvenile is usually a deep, dark blue with white and lighter blue striping almost resembling a bulls eye appearance. The Juveniles of this species is colored very differently from the adults. If improper diet and/or parasitic infection occur, fish may likely loose color and contract lateral line erosion problems. This fish is susceptible to a variety of parasites and proper quarantine procedures are highly recommended. Because the Emperor Angelfish is slow to accept captivity, the juveniles of this species are likely the best candidate for purchase. Because of this it is very important to provide plenty of live rock with sponge growth. Emperor Angelfish can often be poor acclimators and very shy, which lengthens the time it takes for them to accept a captive diet. The most striking of Angelfish, the Emperor Angelfish is probably in the top five list of most easily recognized marine animals in the hobby.
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