Quick Facts
Scientific Name :
apolemichthys xanthurus
Max Size :
8
Color Form :
Black,yellow
Diet :
Omnivore
Water Temperature :
72-78
Water Salinity :
35ppt
pH Level :
8.1-8.4
Minimum Water Tank Capacity :
475L
Population Trend :
Stable
Description
The Xanthurus Cream Angelfish adapts readily to aquarium life. It requires a minimum of a 125 gallon tank or larger with lots of hiding places and live rock for grazing will offer an environment in which to thrive. It is prone to nip at stony and soft corals (sessile invertebrates) and clam mantles. Only one specimen should be kept per tank. Dorsal spines (total): 14; Dorsal soft rays (total): 17-19; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 17 - 18.s
Threat to Human
IUCN Red List Status
