How big is the Clarion angelfish?

Clarion angelfish (Holacanthus clarionensis) reaches 15–28 cm in length.

At what depth can you find the Clarion angelfish?

Clarion angelfish is found between 3–40 m deep.

Where can you find the Clarion angelfish?

Found in: Caribbean, Eastern Pacific.

Clarion angelfish (Holacanthus clarionensis)

Key facts

Scientific name: Holacanthus clarionensis
Common name: Clarion angelfish
Category: Fish
Family: Pomacanthidae
Genus: Holacanthus
Size: 15–28 cm
Depth: 3–40 m
IUCN status: Vulnerable (VU)
Danger level: Harmless
Habitats: rocky-reef
Behaviours: solitary, pair
Ocean zones: Caribbean, Eastern Pacific

Description

Holacanthus clarionensis reaches 28 cm. Strict endemic angelfish of Revillagigedo archipelago (Socorro, Clarion, San Benedicto) off Mexico. Orange-brown to pink body with bright yellow forehead and tail, fins edged with yellow and blue lines. Extremely limited geographic distribution. Listed VU by IUCN following aquarium collection pressure. Lives from 3 to 40 m on volcanic rocky reefs. Documented cleaner behavior (juvenile cleaner). Major endemic photo subject, trophy of Socorro liveaboards.

Photo of Clarion angelfish

Frequently asked questions

How big is the Clarion angelfish?: Clarion angelfish (Holacanthus clarionensis) reaches 15–28 cm in length.
At what depth can you find the Clarion angelfish?: Clarion angelfish is found between 3–40 m deep.
Is the Clarion angelfish dangerous to divers?: Danger level: Harmless.
What is the conservation status of the Clarion angelfish?: IUCN status: Vulnerable (VU).
Where can you find the Clarion angelfish?: Found in: Caribbean, Eastern Pacific.

Other species in the genus Holacanthus

Other species in the family Pomacanthidae

Sources

Taxonomy: WoRMS (AphiaID 276013)
Photos: iNaturalist (CC BY-NC)
Distribution: GBIF (taxonKey 5211463)
Conservation: IUCN Red List
Encyclopedia: Wikipedia