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Emperor Angelfish
Pomacanthus imperator
The adult Imperator Angelfish, also called the Emperor Angelfish, The Imperator Angelfish is one of the most dazzling of the Large Angel fish making it a popular addition the experienced aquarist. Best kept individually, since it can be territorial with its own kind.
It requires a tank of 400 litres or larger with plenty of hiding places. The adult emperor will nip at lps and soft corals, but can be housed with sps corals. Juveniles usually adapt well to frozen and even dried foods, but benefit from the addition of vitamin enriched foods. The adult emperor can become a fussier eater in later life.
When introducing new fish to the aquarium, live food can help them acclimatise-
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Fish Statistics
- Minimum Tank Size:
- 300 litres
- Diet:
- Omnivore
- Origin:
- Coral Sea, Indo-Pacific, Maldives, Sri Lanka
- Temp (C):
- 22-27 C
- Max Size:
- 30cm
- Family:
- Pomacanthidae
- Reef Compatible:
- With Caution
- Temperament:
- Semi-aggressive
- pH:
- 8.1 - 8.4
- Salinity:
- 1.020-1.025
- Care Level:
- Moderate
- Compatibility:
- See Tank Mates Chart below
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Juvenile
- 1 or more items - £88.10
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- 1 or more items - £120.00
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Tank Mates
We recommend pairing your Emperor Angelfish with these other fish:
