| Family: |
Pomacanthidae (Angelfishes) |
| Max. size: |
20 cm SL (male/unsexed) |
| Environment: |
reef-associated; marine; depth range 10 - 35 m, non-migratory |
| Distribution: |
Western Indian Ocean: Red Sea, Gulf of Aqaba, Gulf of Aden. |
| Diagnosis: |
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| Biology: |
Inhabits coral-rich areas (Ref. 9710). Often in pairs or small groups (Ref. 9710). Probably feeds on algae, sponges, and benthic invertebrates (Ref. 9710). Minimum depth reported taken from Ref. 9710. |
| IUCN Red List Status: |
Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 08 October 2009 Ref. (130435)
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| Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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