Description
Also known as Black Velvet Angel, Brown Angelfish, Grey Poma, Grey Poma Angelfish, Phantom Angelfish.
Found singly, or in pairs, around exposed, current swept areas drop-offs, along coastal reefs, rich in invertebrate growth.
They feed on sponges and tunicates.
Juveniles over deep rubble slopes.
Length - 20cm
Depth - 5-30m
Widespread Indo-West Pacific
Angelfish are usually brightly coloured with highly compressed bodies.
Some live in "harems" others in pairs, they can be highly territorial and make a loud drumming sound when alarmed. Ref: https://www.fishbase.se/summary/10472
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