Apolemichthys trimaculatus

Angelfishes

  • Threespot angelfish
  • Dreipunkt kaiserfisch
  • Poisson-ange à trois taches

Distribution

  • The tropical Pacific
  • The Indian Ocean

Environment and movement of the diurnal species

  • The species is generally observed on the reef or near it.
  • The species is generally seen moving in its environment.
  • The species can be found between 3 and 60 Meters.
  • Uncommon Species

General behaviour of the species

  • The species is territorial
  • Species generally living in a group
  • The animal is rather indifferent to the diver, though it remains on its guard

General characteristics of the species

  • Maximum size : 26 cm
  • Maximum age known : 20 year(s)
  • The animal feeds mainly on small invertebrates that it gleans on the seafloor.
  • Diet : Sponges - Tunicates
  • The animal is a protogynous transsexual

Relationship with humans

  • The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest
  • The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
    • - Aquarium enthusiasts.