Sealife guideThe scribbled angelfishChaetodontoplus duboulayi
Last updated on 01/29/2025 at 11:44 PM
Taxonomy
English names
Scribbled angelfish
French namesPoisson ange australien
Scientific nameChaetodontoplus duboulayi (Günther, 1867)
FamilyPomacanthidae
OrderAcanthuriformes
ClassActinopterygii
Description
The scribbled angelfish is a medium-sized fish species, reaching up to 10 inches in length.

The scribbled angelfish (Chaetodontoplus duboulayi) © Ellen Mcilroy | Dreamstime.com
The scribbled angelfish features vibrant colors with electric blue on its dorsal and anal fins, a darker blue on its sides and a golden yellow on its tail, upper body and head.
Its dorsal and anal fins, as well as its sides, are adorned with patterns resembling a labyrinth.
Geographic range
The scribbled angelfish is a tropical species that inhabits the coral reefs of Australia and Papua New Guinea.
Habitat
The scribbled angelfish often swims alone or in small groups near crevices and coral drop-offs.
Did you know ?
Its striking colors make the scribbled angelfish a sought-after species among aquarium enthusiasts.

The scribbled angelfish (Chaetodontoplus duboulayi) © Ian Scott | Dreamstime.com
Within the same genus

Blue spotted angelfishChaetodontoplus caeruleopunctatus

Vermiculated angelfishChaetodontoplus mesoleucus
Within the same family

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Yellow blotch angelfishPomacanthus maculosus

Zebra angelfishGenicanthus caudovittatus
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