King Angelfish (Apolemichthys kingi)
Apolemichthys kingi
Origin: South Africa, SW Indian Ocean
Water Parameters
Quick Stats
- Max Size
- 25 cm
- Min Tank
- 600 L
- Lifespan
- 10-15
- Swimming Level
- middle
- Schooling
- No
- Diet
- omnivore
- Temperament
- semi-aggressive
About
The King Angelfish (Apolemichthys kingi) is a rare and beautiful large angelfish endemic to South Africa and the southwestern Indian Ocean. It displays a striking dark body with a prominent white saddle patch and yellow caudal fin. Rarely exported from its native range, it is a prized addition to any species-appropriate large marine aquarium.
Care Guide
Requires a very large aquarium of at least 600 L with abundant live rock for grazing. Feed a varied diet of frozen mysis, krill, spirulina, and angel-specific preparations. Territorial toward other large angels. Not reef-safe. Best suited to dedicated large FOWLR systems by experienced marine aquarists.
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