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Yellowtail angelfish Profile

Apolemichthys xanthurus

ℹ️ Overview

The Yellowtail angelfish (Apolemichthys xanthurus) is a marine fish known for its distinctive yellow tail and a predominantly dark blue to black body with a yellow to white splotch on its side. Originating from the Indian Ocean, specifically around the areas of Sri Lanka and the Maldives, it typically inhabits reef environments. This fish is moderately popular in the aquarium trade, appreciated for its striking coloration and relatively manageable size for home aquariums.

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  • DifficultyChallenging
  • HardinessModerate
  • pH8.1 - 8.4
  • PopularityModerate
  • RarityUncommon
  • Temperature24.0 - 28.0 °C
  • VibrancyVibrant

Please note: These values are based on the average of various confirmed sources.

Neptune’s rating:

Based on 13 data points

55

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