Description

Also known as Bluefin Angel, Bluefin Angelfish, Bluefin Dwarf, Brown Pygmy Angelfish, Dusky Angel, Dusky Cherub, Manyspine Angelfish, Manyspine Cherubfish, Many-spined Angelfish, Multi-spined Angelfish, Multi-spined Dwarf Angel, Multi-spined Dwarf Angelfish.

Found in harems, over coral patch bottoms and rubble areas, of lagoons and seaward reefs, rich in coral growth.
They feed on algae and crustaceans.
Length - 12cm
Depth - 1-30m
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/6549