Blueface angel

Blueface Angelfish

Scientific Name: Pomacanthus xanthometopon

Small Fish Safe: Yes

Invert Safe: No – will eat or nip at shrimp and other inverts

Coral Safe: No – not reef safe; known to pick at most corals

Adult Size: Up to 38 cm

Diet: Omnivore – eats sponge-based angelfish diets, frozen food, nori, and pellets

Why We Like It:

An iconic showpiece species, the Blueface Angelfish undergoes a dramatic colour transformation from striped juvenile to stunning adult, with a bright yellow mask and intricate blue facial patterning. Best kept in large FOWLR systems or carefully planned semi-reef displays, it needs space, stability, and a varied diet. A true centrepiece fish for experienced aquarists willing to cater to its size and coral appetite.