The Emperor Angelfish is one of the most iconic and recognizable marine fish. Known for its striking colors and bold personality, this species is a centerpiece in any large reef or fish-only aquarium. Juveniles display a mesmerizing blue-and-white circular pattern, while adults develop vivid horizontal yellow and blue stripes with a dark mask across the eyes.

Care Level: Moderate to Difficult

Temperament: Semi-aggressive

Max Size: ~40 cm

Minimum Tank Size: 500 L

Diet: Omnivore – requires a varied diet of high-quality marine angelfish foods, spirulina, algae, mysis shrimp, and sponge-based foods.

The Emperor Angelfish thrives in a spacious, well-established aquarium with plenty of live rock for grazing and hiding. It is best kept singly or as a bonded pair. Not considered reef-safe, as it may nip at corals and invertebrates.

A true showpiece fish, admired worldwide for its beauty and presence.