Dusky angelfish
📖 Overview
Most abundant species of the genus Centropyge in the Indian Ocean .Inhabits coral rich and rubble areas of lagoon and seaward reefs.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 14; Dorsal soft rays (total): 15 - 17; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 16 - 17. : short and / or deep; Cross section: compressed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Dusky angelfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Dusky angelfish is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Dusky angelfish is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; non-migratory; depth range 1 - 30 m . Tropical West Pacific: East Africa to western Thailand (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🍽️ Edibility & Flavour
"Dusky angelfish 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 | 18.2 g |
| Omega-3 (total) | 110 mg |
🔬 Mercury Safety
Mercury data for Dusky angelfish has not yet been assigned. Please consult FDA/EPA guidance for general seafood safety advice.
🌿 Sustainability
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Centropyge multispinus | Playfair | 1867 | Synonym |
| Centropyge somervilli | Regan | 1905 | Synonym |
| Holacanthus multispinis | Playfair | 1867 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) — 1 records indexed .
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