King Angelfish
Holacanthus passer
- Group: Angelfish
- Typical depth: 4–30 m
- Max size: 35.6 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A striking diurnal grazer of rocky and coral reefs, the king angelfish picks at sponges, sessile invertebrates and algae and also takes plankton. Females hold territories and pair with males to spawn, and the young have been seen cleaning other fishes.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Acanthuriformes › Pomacanthidae › Holacanthus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 276016.
FAQ
- How deep does the King Angelfish live?
- The King Angelfish (Holacanthus passer) is typically found at 4–30 m.
- Is the King Angelfish dangerous to divers?
- The King Angelfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the King Angelfish get?
- The King Angelfish grows to about 35.6 cm.