Velvet Angelfish
Chaetodontoplus dimidiatus
- Group: Angelfish
- Typical depth: 5–35 m
- Max size: 22 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
An angelfish of current swept reef flats, the velvet angelfish lives among gorgonians and sea whips down to at least 35 metres, while juveniles shelter in coastal bays over muddy bottoms. Adults reach about 22 centimetres and graze the film of growth on hard surfaces.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Acanthuriformes › Pomacanthidae › Chaetodontoplus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 280117.
FAQ
- How deep does the Velvet Angelfish live?
- The Velvet Angelfish (Chaetodontoplus dimidiatus) is typically found at 5–35 m.
- Is the Velvet Angelfish dangerous to divers?
- The Velvet Angelfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Velvet Angelfish get?
- The Velvet Angelfish grows to about 22 cm.