How big is the Gray angelfish?

Gray angelfish (Pomacanthus arcuatus) reaches 30–60 cm in length.

At what depth can you find the Gray angelfish?

Gray angelfish is found between 2–30 m deep.

What is the conservation status of the Gray angelfish?

IUCN status: Least concern (LC).

Where can you find the Gray angelfish?

Found in: Caribbean, Eastern Pacific.

Gray angelfish (Pomacanthus arcuatus)

Key facts

Scientific name: Pomacanthus arcuatus
Common name: Gray angelfish
Category: Fish
Family: Pomacanthidae
Genus: Pomacanthus
Size: 30–60 cm
Depth: 2–30 m
IUCN status: Least concern (LC)
Danger level: Harmless
Habitats: coral-reef
Behaviours: solitary, pair
Ocean zones: Caribbean, Eastern Pacific

Description

Pomacanthus arcuatus reaches 60 cm. Large Caribbean angelfish with uniform anthracite-gray to black body with paler-edged scales giving distinctive scaly appearance, rounded tail. Spectacular juveniles black with 4-5 bright yellow vertical bands. Lives in faithful pairs from 2 to 30 m on coral reefs of Caribbean and tropical western Atlantic. Close cousin of P. paru (already in base), more silvery. Omnivore (sponges, algae, attached organisms). Iconic photo subject especially in pair.

Photo of Gray angelfish

Frequently asked questions

How big is the Gray angelfish?: Gray angelfish (Pomacanthus arcuatus) reaches 30–60 cm in length.
At what depth can you find the Gray angelfish?: Gray angelfish is found between 2–30 m deep.
Is the Gray angelfish dangerous to divers?: Danger level: Harmless.
What is the conservation status of the Gray angelfish?: IUCN status: Least concern (LC).
Where can you find the Gray angelfish?: Found in: Caribbean, Eastern Pacific.

Other species in the genus Pomacanthus

Other species in the family Pomacanthidae

Sources

Taxonomy: WoRMS (AphiaID 159287)
Photos: iNaturalist (CC BY-NC)
Distribution: GBIF (taxonKey 2396435)
Conservation: IUCN Red List
Encyclopedia: Wikipedia