🐠 Grey Poma Angelfish (Chaetodontoplus melanosoma) 
Marine Angelfish • Large Reef Grazer • Coral Reef Resident
 
📋 The Grey Poma Angelfish (Chaetodontoplus melanosoma), also known as the Black Velvet Angelfish, is a graceful and understated species prized for its soft charcoal-grey body, vibrant yellow fins, and electric blue edging on the dorsal and anal fins. Its coloration and smooth movements bring elegance and balance to any large marine display.
Native to the coral reefs of the Indo-Pacific, this angelfish is known for its gentle disposition and adaptability to reef or fish-only aquariums. It thrives in mature systems with plenty of live rock for grazing and hiding. Once settled, the Grey Poma becomes bold, inquisitive, and highly interactive with its keeper.
Its unique contrast of grey velvet tones and glowing yellow accents makes it a favorite among advanced hobbyists and collectors seeking refined beauty over flashiness.
 
💡 Highlights
✨ Elegant contrast: grey body with vivid yellow fins and blue edging
⚪ Refined beauty: sleek appearance adds sophistication to displays
📏 Medium-large size: grows up to 20 cm (8")
✅ Reef compatible: generally safe with caution in mixed reef systems
🐠 Peaceful personality: calm and confident centerpiece fish