Yellow-Ear Angelfish
Apolemichthys xanthotis
- Group: Angelfish
- Typical depth: 10–35 m
- Max size: 20 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
An angelfish of coral rich slopes in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden, usually seen in pairs or small groups between 10 and 35 metres. It picks at algae, sponges and small bottom invertebrates across the reef.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Acanthuriformes › Pomacanthidae › Apolemichthys
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 211791.
FAQ
- How deep does the Yellow-Ear Angelfish live?
- The Yellow-Ear Angelfish (Apolemichthys xanthotis) is typically found at 10–35 m.
- Is the Yellow-Ear Angelfish dangerous to divers?
- The Yellow-Ear Angelfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Yellow-Ear Angelfish get?
- The Yellow-Ear Angelfish grows to about 20 cm.