Six Bar Angel (Cuvier, 1831)

 Scientific Name  Euxiphipops sexstriatus
 Diet  Herbivore; algae, sponges, tunicates
 Alt Common Name  Six Band Angel, Rokusen-yakko (Jap. 'six striped valet'), Bluestone kambingan (Indo.)
 Family  Pomacanthidae
 Origin  Indian and Pacific Oceans
 Aquarist Level  Intermediate
 Reef Safe  With Caution
 Coloration  Black face, Tan Body, Dark vertical bands, Blue spots
 Disposition  Generally Peaceful.
 Hardiness  Moderate
 Compatibility  Peaceful with other species. Aggressive with own species
 Mature Size  20 inches
 Sexual Dimorphism  Males tend to have brighter coloration.

Recommended Supplements

Notes: Large angels may nip at soft or hard corals.  Caution is advised when adding to a reef aquarium.  A larger aquarium (75 to 125 gallon plus) is recommended for housing large angels.

Most Euxiphipops angels undergo a color change between the juvenile and adult stages of life.