Pitcairn angelfish
📖 Overview
Inhabits rock and coral reef at depths of 30 to at least 60 m. Occurs in aggregations that swim high above the bottom; harems of 2-5 individuals. Feeds mainly on zooplankton, although some benthic material is probably consumed . Almost never exported through the aquarium trade .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
: short and / or deep; Cross section: compressed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Pitcairn angelfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; non-migratory; depth range 40 - 100 m . Subtropical
🌿 Ecology
zooplankton, although some benthic material is probably consumed (Ref
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Pitcairn angelfish |
| 🏳️Catalan | Peix àngel de Pitcairn |
| 🌍CES | pomec pitcairnský |
| 🇩🇰Danish | Pitcairn-kejserfisk |
| 🇫🇷French | Poisson-ange de Pitcairn |
| 🇮🇹Italian | Pesce angelo di Pitcairn |
| 🇵🇹Portuguese | Peixe-anjo-de-Pitcairn |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Pitcairn angelfish.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 2 records indexed .
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