🐠 Regal Angelfish (Pygoplites diacanthus)
Marine Angelfish • Coral Grazer • Display Species • Indo-Pacific Royalty
 
📋 The Regal Angelfish (Pygoplites diacanthus) is a masterpiece of marine beauty, renowned for its vibrant alternating blue, white, and orange stripes framed by electric-blue fin edging. Its royal appearance has made it one of the most admired saltwater species worldwide.
Juveniles feature the same mesmerizing striped pattern with a slightly paler tone, gaining deeper color saturation as they mature. Red Sea variants are particularly sought after for their brighter yellows and stronger blues, while Indo-Pacific individuals tend to exhibit more subdued yet elegant coloration.
Preferring cave-rich reef environments, the Regal Angelfish grazes on sponges, tunicates, and microalgae. It thrives in large, mature aquariums with pristine water quality, peaceful tankmates, and frequent feedings of enriched foods. The Regal Angelfish remains the symbol of marine sophistication and balance — a living jewel for aquarists with patience and care.
 
💡 Highlights
✨ Iconic royal coloration: alternating blue, white, and orange vertical stripes
⚪ Highly prized species: from the Red Sea and Indo-Pacific
📏 Medium size: grows up to 25 cm (10")
✅ Peaceful and elegant: suitable for calm FOWLR and semi-reef tanks
🐠 True collector’s fish: centerpiece of any luxury marine aquarium