🐠 Lamarck’s Angelfish (Genicanthus lamarck)
Marine Angelfish • Planktivore • Reef Safe • Display Species
 
📋 The Lamarck’s Angelfish (Genicanthus lamarck) is one of the most peaceful and reef-compatible angelfish species, ideal for both beginner and experienced marine aquarists. Males and females are easily distinguished: males feature bold black horizontal stripes and long trailing tails, while females have subtler gray tones and shorter fins.
A true planktivore, it spends its day swimming gracefully through the midwater, feeding on suspended particles rather than grazing on corals — making it completely reef safe. With its elegant movement and striking pattern, the Lamarck’s Angelfish brings both sophistication and calmness to any marine display.
It thrives in peaceful reef tanks with open swimming areas and high oxygen flow, often forming small harems in larger aquariums.
 
💡 Highlights
✨ Completely reef safe: does not harm corals or clams
⚪ Distinct striping: elegant black horizontal bands across the body
📏 Sexually dimorphic: males and females display unique traits
✅ Hardy and adaptable: one of the most beginner-friendly Genicanthus
🐠 Active swimmer: graceful motion ideal for large reef tanks