Yellowface Angelfish Aquarium Care Guide
Pomacanthus xanthometopon
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Aquarium Information
- Care level: advanced
- Temperament: semi-aggressive
- Diet: omnivore
- Minimum tank size: 250 gallons
- Compatibility: Can be kept with other large, semi-aggressive fish. Should be the only angelfish of its genus in the tank. May nip at corals and sessile invertebrates.
- Special requirements: Requires a mature aquarium with ample live rock for grazing and hiding. A varied diet including spirulina, marine algae, mysis shrimp, and other meaty foods is essential. Good water quality and strong filtration are paramount.
Water parameters
- Temperature
- 72-78°F (22-26°C)
- pH level
- 8.1-8.4
- Hardness
- 8-12 dKH
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