Pomacanthus paru
| Identification | The French Angelfish is gray/black overall with a distinctive yellow speckling in the body area. |
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| Maximum Length | Attaining a length of approximately 15-16 inches, this species is found at depths up to 120 feet. |
| Origin | Tropical Atlantic |
| Minimum Tank Size | 135 Gallon |
| Reef Compatibility | This species is not recommended for the marine reef aquarium because it will pick at and eat a variety of invertebrates. |
Behavior
This species is a hardy aquarium fish, but given the size it will attain, it should only be kept in very large aquariums. This species tends to be non-aggressive towards other aquarium fish, although from time to time it may show aggression towards other angelfish.
Diet & Feeding
In the wild, this species mainly feeds on sponge, thus the successful aquarist should attempt to provide a reasonable source of this food.
Cautions
This angel gets very large and will fight with other adults if there is a shortage of territory.