Pomacanthus xanthometopon

Angelfishes

Yellowface angelfish
Blaumasken-Kaiserfisch
Poisson-ange à front jaune
Pez angel a frente amarillo
Pesce angelo dalla faccia blu

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 5 and 30 Meters.
Rare species.

General behaviour of the species

Species generally solitary
The animal is fearful of the diver

General characteristics of the species

Maximum size : 38 cm
Maximum age known : 30 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.
- - Fishing or commercial aquiculture for food
- -Sport or local fishing