The Red Sea angelfish is a small pomacanthid that rarely exceeds 20 cm, making it an approachable subject for divers exploring coral reefs in its native range. Its compact size and distinctive colouration—yellow ear patches and contrasting body markings—make it recognisable among Red Sea reef inhabitants. Typically found singly or in pairs around coral heads and rocky outcrops, it feeds on sponges and tunicates. Despite its restricted range, it remains fairly common in suitable habitat.
Taxonomy
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Chordata
- Class
- Teleostei
- Order
- Acanthuriformes
- Family
- Pomacanthidae
- Genus
- Apolemichthys