Blue Angel - Adult (Atlantic)

The Blue angel is a large and impressive fish from the Caribbean. As a juvenile it is blue and yellow with pale vertical stripes over its body. When it matures its body becomes lighter and each scale is edged in lighter yellow, making a latticework effect. The edges of its fins become edged in bright blue and yellow. Not all fish transition when at the same size, but it usually begins when they are approximately 3 inches. It is similar in appearance to the Queen angel, however the Blue angel lacks the 'crown' and only the edge of its tail is bright yellow. Males and females are visually identical.

The Blue angel can grow to be approximately 15 inches long and needs a large aquarium as an adult, we recommend at least 220 gallons. It may become aggressive, especially towards other angelfish. Because of this it should be the last fish added to the aquarium.

Angelfish may nip on many types of corals, especially LPS corals, clam mantles, sponges, and sometimes soft corals. They do not typically bother SPS corals or other types of invertebrates. They feel most secure when there is plenty of live rock to hide in, as well as open space for swimming. Diet should include plenty of marine algae and Spirulina, Sponge matter, frozen Mysis shrimp, half shell clams, and other high quality meaty items. It should be fed 2-3 times a day.