Queensland Yellowtail Angelfish
Chaetodontoplus meredithi
- Group: Angelfish
- Typical depth: 10–50 m
- Max size: 25 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
The Queensland yellowtail angelfish glides over coastal reefs and rocky outcrops dotted with sponge and seawhip, the young hiding among sponges under jetties. Adults often pair off in deeper water down to about 35 metres and graze on sponges and sea squirts.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Acanthuriformes › Pomacanthidae › Chaetodontoplus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 280120.
FAQ
- How deep does the Queensland Yellowtail Angelfish live?
- The Queensland Yellowtail Angelfish (Chaetodontoplus meredithi) is typically found at 10–50 m.
- Is the Queensland Yellowtail Angelfish dangerous to divers?
- The Queensland Yellowtail Angelfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Queensland Yellowtail Angelfish get?
- The Queensland Yellowtail Angelfish grows to about 25 cm.