French Angelfish
Pomacanthus paru
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| Care Level | Moderate |
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| Temperament | Semi-Aggressive |
| Reef Safe | No |
| Functional Benefit | Ornamental Only |
| Diet Type | Omnivore |
| Mininum Tank Size | 250 gallons |
| Max Size | 18 inches |
| Temperature | 72–78°F |
| pH Range | 8.1–8.4 |
| Specific Gravity | 1.022–1.025 |
The French Angelfish (Pomacanthus paru) is a large Caribbean angelfish known for its bold, high-contrast look and noticeable color change with age. Juveniles are dark with curved yellow bars, while adults develop a darker body with gold-edged scaling and yellow accents near the pectoral area.
What You’ll Observe:
- Regular “patrol” laps through rockwork, then back into open water
- Frequent picking and grazing on rock surfaces throughout the day
- A consistent “home base” cave or ledge it returns to, especially at night
- More direct interaction at feeding time as it settles in and recognizes routines
To succeed with this species, provide plenty of mature rockwork with multiple caves plus open swimming room so it can move and settle naturally. Offer a varied omnivore diet with marine algae and sponge-based foods alongside meaty items to keep feeding consistent. With stable water conditions and a predictable feeding schedule, it becomes a steady, active centerpiece fish.
Will a juvenile keep its stripes forever?
No—those vertical yellow bars fade as it matures, and the adult pattern develops gradually over time.
Why does it “peck” at rocks all day?
This is normal grazing and foraging behavior; it explores surfaces and picks at natural growth and biofilm.
Can I keep two French Angelfish together?
Most hobbyists plan for a single specimen long-term unless they have a very large system and an established pair.
What foods help it transition onto prepared diets?
A mix of frozen angel formulas (with sponge), quality pellets, and nori offered consistently usually gets the best long-term response.
Does its behavior change as it gets larger?
Yes—many owners report it becomes more confident and more set in its daily route once it’s fully established.
Shipped with pure oxygen and temperature control so it arrives stress-free and ready to eat.
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