A greatQueen Angel!
Origin: East Americas

Size info:
Size XL: approx. 5.5 -7″

There once was a Queen Angel so bright,
With blue and yellow hues quite a sight,
Her dorsal fin stands tall,
And cilia line her gill wall,
Holacanthus ciliaris is a delight!

Fun Fact:The Queen Angel can change color when stressed, going from a bright blue and yellow to a duller brown and gray.

Keeping Queen Angels in an Aquarium

The Queen Angel, or Holacanthus ciliaris, is a beautiful and popular fish in the aquarium hobby. Here are some things to keep in mind if you want to keep this fish in your aquarium:

Tank Size

A minimum tank size of 180 gallons is recommended for a single Queen Angel. They are active swimmers and need plenty of space to move around.

Water Parameters

Queen Angels prefer a temperature range of 72-78°F and a pH range of 8.1-8.4. They also require high water quality, so regular water changes and proper filtration are a must.

Diet

Queen Angels are omnivores and require a varied diet of meaty and vegetable-based foods. Offer them a mix of high-quality flakes, pellets, frozen or live foods such as brine shrimp, mysis shrimp, and spirulina.

Behavior

Queen Angels are generally peaceful but can become aggressive towards other angelfish or similar-looking fish. They may also pick at corals and invertebrates, so be cautious when adding them to a reef tank.

Coolest Stuff about Queen Angels

• Queen Angels have a unique color pattern with a bright blue body, yellow tail, and a crown-like pattern on their head.
• They are known for their ability to change coloration and pattern as they mature, making them even more stunning to watch.
• Queen Angels are protogynous hermaphrodites, meaning they start out as females and can later change into males.
• They are found in the western Atlantic Ocean, from Florida to Brazil, and are a popular game fish in some areas.