| Family: |
Pomacanthidae (Angelfishes) |
| Max. size: |
35 cm TL (male/unsexed) |
| Environment: |
reef-associated; marine; depth range 40 - 100 m, non-migratory |
| Distribution: |
Eastern Pacific: Cook Islands to Ducie Atoll (Pitcairn). |
| Diagnosis: |
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| Biology: |
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 (Ref. 4858). Almost never exported through the aquarium trade (Ref. 48391). |
| IUCN Red List Status: |
Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 08 October 2009 Ref. (130435)
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| Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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