Russet angelfish
📖 Overview
Adults inhabit rock, coral, or rubble areas of seaward reefs; juveniles occasionally in 5 m . Benthopelagic . Feed on algae and detritus . Oviparous . Monogamous and always in home-ranging pairs, that is they do not defend an exclusive territory . Peak reproductive activity occurs from mid-December through May. Spawn at dusk during the week before full moon .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Bright orange with irregular, close-set, thin, vertical black stripes on body, head, and fins; the dorsal, caudal, and anal fins with bright blue margin; the pectoral and pelvic fins orange to bright yellow.: short and / or deep; Cross section: compressed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Russet angelfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Pelagic spawner. Distinct pairing . Monogamous mating is observed as both facultative and social .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; non-migratory ; depth range 5 - 138 m , usually 10 - ? m . Tropical; 30°N - 17°N Central Pacific: Johnston (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
algae and detritus (Ref
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🍽️ Edibility & Flavour
"Russet 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 g |
| Omega-3 (total) | 133 mg |
🔬 Mercury Safety
Mercury data for Russet angelfish has not yet been assigned. Please consult FDA/EPA guidance for general seafood safety advice.
🌿 Sustainability
🔬 Full Nutritional Profile
Per 100g - Raw, per 100g - Source: USDA FoodData Central templates (generic fish average)
📊 Population Dynamics
| Year | Region | Index | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| - | - | - |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Russet angelfish.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 4 records indexed .
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