Sealife guideThe arabian angelfishPomacanthus asfur

Last updated on 01/10/2025 at 11:22 PM
Taxonomy
English names Arabian angelfishYellowband angelfishHalfmoon angelfish
French namesPoisson ange demi-lune
Scientific namePomacanthus asfur (Forsskål, 1775)
FamilyPomacanthidae
OrderAcanthuriformes
ClassActinopterygii
Description
The arabian angelfish is recognizable by its deep blue coloration adorned with a broad yellow half-moon-shaped band.
The arabian angelfish is recognizable by its broad yellow half-moon-shaped band
The arabian angelfish is recognizable by its broad yellow half-moon-shaped band ©  | Dreamstime.com
Geographic range
The arabian angelfish inhabits the tropical waters of the Indian ocean and the Red sea.
Habitat
The arabian angelfish is found in the coral reefs, it is solitary or lives in pairs.
Diet
The arabian angelfish feeds on algae and sponges.
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