Gray Angelfish (Pomacanthus arcuatus) - Adult

Scientific Name Pomacanthus arcuatus

Reef Compatible No

Care Level Intermediate

Disposition Semi-aggressive

Minimum Tank Size 125 gallons

Mature Size 24 inches

Diet Omnivore

Range Carribean, Western Pacific

Other Common Names

Grey Angelfish, Grey-Black Angelfish

The Gray Black Angelfish is hardy, and can reach a length of 20 inches as an adult. It therefore requires a minimum of 125 gallon or larger tank. The tank should contain large amounts of live rock for hiding and grazing. Gray Black Angelfish is prone to nip at stony and soft corals (sessile invertebrates) and clam mantles.

A varied diet should be provided which includes Spirulina, marine algae, high-quality angelfish preparations, and mysis or frozen shrimp.

The Small Juvenile will contain the Juvenile colorations or may be color shifting to a young adult, while the Medium will be a sub-adult, and the Large will be in Adult coloration.