{"product_id":"regal-angelfish-pygoplites-diacanthus","title":"Regal Angelfish – Pygoplites diacanthus","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"buildify buildify-1370011762773\" id=\"buildify\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"buildify-inner\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"buildify-section-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"buildify-element buildify-element-hwaifjo buildify-section-boxed buildify-section-height-default buildify-section-height-default buildify-section buildify-top-section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"buildify-container buildify-column-gap-default\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"buildify-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"buildify-element buildify-element-sgneldl buildify-column buildify-col-100 buildify-top-column\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"buildify-column-wrap buildify-element-populated\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"buildify-widget-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"buildify-element buildify-element-kfhomcl buildify-widget buildify-widget-text-editor\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"buildify-widget-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"buildify-text-editor buildify-clearfix\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"bdftmpwrapper\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ee0000;\"\u003eQuarantine and Conditioning Started on 10\/01 - Release Date: 10\/23\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eIf you wish to purchase this fish before the release date we will hold the fish for you. Let us know your desired ship date. If there is an issue during the Quarantine process, we will issue a refund.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRegal Angelfish (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePygoplites diacanthus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is one of the most distinctive Indo-Pacific marine angelfishes, recognized by its alternating orange and blue-white vertical bands edged in dark coloration, yellow tail, and intricately patterned fins. The species belongs to the family \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePomacanthidae\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and is the only species currently recognized in the genus \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePygoplites\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/fishbase.org\/Fieldguide\/FieldGuideSummary.php?c_code=480\u0026amp;genusname=Pygoplites\u0026amp;speciesname=diacanthus\u0026amp;utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eFishBase\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRegal Angelfish have an exceptionally broad \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIndo-Pacific distribution\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, extending from the Red Sea and East Africa eastward to the Tuamotu Islands, north to the Ryukyu and Ogasawara Islands, and south to Australia's Great Barrier Reef and New Caledonia. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fishbase.se\/summary\/Pygoplites-diacanthus.html?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eFishBase\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn nature, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eP. diacanthus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e inhabits \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecoral-rich lagoon and seaward reefs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, frequently remaining near caves, crevices and other reef structure. FishBase records the species from the surface to approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e110 meters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, although it is strongly associated with coral-rich reef habitats. Individuals may occur alone, in pairs or in groups. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/fishbase.org\/Fieldguide\/FieldGuideSummary.php?c_code=480\u0026amp;genusname=Pygoplites\u0026amp;speciesname=diacanthus\u0026amp;utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eFishBase\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn important consideration with Regal Angelfish is their specialized natural diet. FishBase documents \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003esponges and tunicates\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e as major natural foods. This specialization helps explain why Regal Angelfish require considerably more attention to feeding and acclimation than many generalist marine fishes. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/fishbase.org\/Fieldguide\/FieldGuideSummary.php?c_code=480\u0026amp;genusname=Pygoplites\u0026amp;speciesname=diacanthus\u0026amp;utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eFishBase\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFishBase records a maximum size of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e25 cm standard length, approximately 9.8 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, and a maximum reported age of 15 years. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fishbase.se\/summary\/Pygoplites-diacanthus.html?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eFishBase\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis Indonesian specimen is offered as one of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDr. Mac’s Quarantined and Conditioned Fish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare Guide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePygoplites diacanthus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (Boddaert, 1772)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Regal Angelfish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOther Common Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Royal Angelfish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFamily:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Pomacanthidae\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Indonesia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvailability:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Conditioned \u0026amp; Quarantined\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdvanced\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Generally peaceful to semi-aggressive\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReef Compatibility:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReef compatible with caution\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMinimum Aquarium Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e125 gallons recommended\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaximum Recorded Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e25 cm SL \/ approximately 9.8 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/fishbase.org\/Fieldguide\/FieldGuideSummary.php?c_code=480\u0026amp;genusname=Pygoplites\u0026amp;speciesname=diacanthus\u0026amp;utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eFishBase\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiet:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Omnivorous\/specialized benthic feeder; sponges and tunicates are important natural foods\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e75–80°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecific Gravity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1.023–1.026\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003epH:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8.1–8.4\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAquarium Requirements:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e An established aquarium with mature rockwork, caves and sheltered areas is strongly recommended. Open swimming areas should be combined with substantial reef structure, reflecting the coral-rich environments and cave-associated habitat occupied by the species in nature. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/fishbase.se\/summary\/pygoplites-diacanthus?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eFishBase\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiet and Feeding:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Feeding is one of the most important considerations with Regal Angelfish. Their natural diet includes \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003esponges and tunicates\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, rather than simply algae or generalized planktonic foods. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/fishbase.org\/Fieldguide\/FieldGuideSummary.php?c_code=480\u0026amp;genusname=Pygoplites\u0026amp;speciesname=diacanthus\u0026amp;utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eFishBase\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e In captivity, offer a diverse marine diet that includes preparations formulated for marine angelfish and containing sponge material, along with mysis shrimp, finely chopped marine foods and other high-quality foods the individual readily accepts. Multiple smaller feedings can be useful during acclimation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdvanced.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e I would not classify this species as merely moderate. FishBase specifically notes poor historical aquarium survival, consistent with the species' specialized feeding ecology. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/fishbase.se\/summary\/pygoplites-diacanthus?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eFishBase\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A well-established aquarium and close attention to feeding are particularly important.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Regal Angelfish are generally less overtly aggressive than many larger angelfishes, although individual behavior varies. Territorial behavior toward other angelfishes can occur, particularly where space or shelter is limited.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReef Compatibility:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReef compatible with caution.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The Regal Angelfish is naturally associated with coral reefs but should not be considered guaranteed coral-safe. Its specialized benthic feeding behavior means individual fish may investigate or feed on sessile reef organisms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNatural Habitat:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Coral-rich lagoons and seaward reefs throughout the tropical Indo-Pacific. The species is frequently associated with caves and other reef shelter and may occur individually, in pairs or in groups. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Pacific East Aquaculture","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67612594471145,"sku":"WC OC0202","price":389.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2133\/7655\/files\/regal-angelfish-pygoplites-diacanthus-indonesia-conditioned-quarantined-pea.jpg?v=1790993018","url":"https:\/\/pacificeastaquaculture.com\/products\/regal-angelfish-pygoplites-diacanthus","provider":"Pacific East Aquaculture","version":"1.0","type":"link"}