🐠 Goldflake Angelfish (Apolemichthys xanthopunctatus)
Marine Angelfish • Display Species • Reef Grazer • Central Pacific Jewel
 
📋 The Goldflake Angelfish (Apolemichthys xanthopunctatus) is a stunning and rare species featuring a rich yellow body dusted with gold speckles, edged in electric blue, and accented by a black facial mask. Its elegant form and calm presence make it a favorite among advanced marine aquarists.
Juveniles are lighter with subtler speckling, while adults develop dense golden patterns across the flanks and bright blue along the fins. Native to clear reef slopes of the Central Pacific, it is active yet peaceful, adapting well to mature, spacious marine systems.
The Goldflake Angelfish is best housed in a FOWLR or mixed reef aquarium with ample live rock for grazing and sponge growth.
 
💡 Highlights
✨ Golden body speckles: signature metallic gold flake pattern
⚪ Distinct black mask: bold contrast around the face
📏 Perfect show size: reaches 25 cm (10")
✅ Rare and collectible: prized by expert aquarists
🐠 Adapts well: compatible with most semi-aggressive marine species