The False Personifer Angelfish, also known as the Bluemask Angelfish, has an unusual, almost blistered appearance to its body which is generally black. The face is blue-green and the males have a speckled yellow face. A swatch of yellow covers the forehead and the caudal fin is also yellow and split with a blue-green band. This is one of the few species of angelfish where the males differ morphologically from the females. In this case, the males have a slightly longer body than females.
A 180 gallon or larger tank with large quantities of live rock should be provided. Not a good reef dweller, the Personifer Angelfish is prone to nip at stony and soft corals (sessile invertebrates) and clam mantles.
The diet should consist of Spirulina, marine algae, high-quality angelfish preparations, mysis or frozen shrimp, and other meaty items.
Approximate Purchase Size: Small: 2" to 3-1/2"; Medium: 3-1/2" to 5"; Large: 5" to 6"; X Large: 6" to 7 1/2" Male: Large 5" to 6" X Large 6" to 7" Show Size 7" to 9"
Minimum Tank Size: 180 gallons |
Care Level: Moderate |
Temperament: Semi-aggressive |
Reef Compatible: With Caution |
Water Conditions: 72-78° F, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4, sg 1.020-1.025 |
Max. Size: 1' 2" |
Color Form: Black, Blue, Yellow |
Diet: Omnivore |
Compatibility: View Chart |
Origin: Australia |
Family: Pomacanthidae |