The Goldtail Angelfish is a prized species known for its sleek midnight-blue to black body highlighted by a brilliant golden-yellow tail and subtle blue facial accents. Highly sought after by marine enthusiasts, this active swimmer brings exceptional contrast and beauty to larger marine setups. They require established aquariums rich in live rock structures to graze naturally and explore secure rockwork caves. While relatively hardy once acclimated, they are territorial toward similar angelfish species and require careful monitoring in reef aquariums as they may pick at fleshy corals and clams.
| Feature |
Specification |
| Scientific Name |
Apolemichthys xanthurus |
| Care Level |
Moderate |
| Max Size |
15 cm |
| Colour |
Dark grey-blue to black with a bright yellow tail. |
| Shape |
Oval, laterally compressed angelfish profile. |
| Location |
Indian Ocean. |
| Diet |
Omnivore (Marine algae, sponges, enriched mysis, spirulina). |
| Water Temp |
24°C – 28°C. |
| Temperament |
Semi-aggressive. |
| Aquarium Size |
250+ Litres. |
| Reef Safe? |
With Caution. |
