Goldflake Angelfish
Goldflake Angelfish, Apolemichthys xanthopunctatus, is a sparkling gem of a fish that can easily to be the aquarium showpiece. Displaying dazzling gold coloration, this Hawaiian native is relatively hardy and shows great personality. Its yellow body is highlighted by shining, shimmering gold spots. It has blue-purple areas near the snout and at the tail end of the body. As an active-swimming omnivore, the Goldflake Angel should be fed multiple times daily. As a natural sponge feeder, sponge should be provided regularly – either naturally or using a product such as Ocean Nutrition Angel Formula. Brine Shrimp, scallop, or carnivore frozen preparations will do fine for its meatier tastes. Spirulina, algae sheets, or herbivore frozen preparations will suit its vegetarian side. The Goldflake Angel is considered best kept in a fish-only aquarium as it may harm some Soft Corals, Clams, and Large Polyp Stony Corals. Small Polyp Stony Corals are said to sometimes be safe with the Goldflake Angel. It requires plenty of swimming space and plenty of Live Rock where it can retreat when desired.
Approximate Arrival Size for Goldflake Angel: Small (Juvenile): 2-3.25"; Medium (Transitioning): 3-4.5"; Large (Adult): 4.75-6.25"; XLarge (Adult): 6.5-7.5"
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