Maculosus Angel (Red Sea)

The Maculosus is a stunning and uncommon import from the Red Sea. It is sometimes called the half moon angelfish. Its impressive coloration is a high contrast between a dark black/blue body with a curved yellow band vertically across the mid body and a dusty yellow tail. Young fish may have white instead of yellow markings. It may be confused with the Asfur angel, however the Maculosus angel's tail is a softer shade of yellow. Males and females are visually identical.

The Maculosus angel can grow to be up to 18 inches long and needs a large aquarium as an adult, we recommend at least 250 gallons. It does not appreciate living with other large angelfish and may become aggressive to them, however it is typically non-aggressive with other types of fish.

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.