Japanese Angelfish
Centropyge interrupta
- Group: Angelfish
- Typical depth: 12–60 m
- Max size: 15 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
This angelfish keeps to rocky and coral reefs of the northwest Pacific between 12 and 60 metres, reaching about 15 centimetres. Pairs stay together to spawn, releasing eggs into the water above the reef.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Acanthuriformes › Pomacanthidae › Centropyge
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 712745.
FAQ
- How deep does the Japanese Angelfish live?
- The Japanese Angelfish (Centropyge interrupta) is typically found at 12–60 m.
- Is the Japanese Angelfish dangerous to divers?
- The Japanese Angelfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Japanese Angelfish get?
- The Japanese Angelfish grows to about 15 cm.