Goldspotted angelfish
📖 Overview
Encountered in channels and outer reef slopes , and drop offs at depths of 10-65 m. Feeds on sponges and tunicates. Solitary, pairs or in small groups. Occasionally exported through the aquarium trade .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 14; Dorsal soft rays (total): 17 - 18; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 17 - 19. Body brownish yellow with numerous bright lemon yellow spots; head yellow, the snout purplish, forehead with a black spot about equal to eye diameter; the dorsal, caudal, and anal fins black with bright blue margin.: short and / or deep; Cross section: compressed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Goldspotted angelfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Goldspotted angelfish is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Goldspotted angelfish is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; non-migratory; depth range 3 - 8 m . Tropical; 5°N - 3°S Pacific Ocean: Gilbert Islands to the Line islands.
🌿 Ecology
sponges and tunicates
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🍽️ Edibility & Flavour
"Apolemichthys Xanthopunctatus is an edible species."
- Clear, bright eyes — cloudy eyes indicate age
- Firm flesh that springs back when pressed
- Fresh ocean smell, never strong or ammonia-like
- Bright red or pink gills, not grey or brown
- Shiny, moist skin with scales tightly attached
- Cloudy or sunken eyes
- Strong fishy or ammonia odour
- Soft, mushy flesh that doesn't spring back
- Discoloured or dry flesh
⚡ Nutrition
Per 100g cooked - Source: USDA FoodData Central
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Protein | 18.3 g |
| Omega-3 (total) | 84 mg |
🔬 Mercury Safety
Mercury data for Goldspotted angelfish has not yet been assigned. Please consult FDA/EPA guidance for general seafood safety advice.
🌿 Sustainability
🔍 Similar Species
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