Sealife guideThe scribbled angelfishChaetodontoplus duboulayi
Last updated on 01/29/2025 at 11:44 PM
Taxonomy
Description
The scribbled angelfish is a medium-sized fish species, reaching up to 10 inches in length.
The scribbled angelfish features vibrant colors with electric blue on its dorsal and anal fins, a darker blue on its sides and a golden yellow on its tail, upper body and head.
Its dorsal and anal fins, as well as its sides, are adorned with patterns resembling a labyrinth.
Geographic range
The scribbled angelfish is a tropical species that inhabits the coral reefs of
Australia and Papua New Guinea.
Habitat
The scribbled angelfish often swims alone or in small groups near crevices and coral drop-offs.
Did you know ?
Its striking colors make the scribbled angelfish a sought-after species among aquarium enthusiasts.
Within the same genus
Blue spotted angelfish
(Chaetodontoplus caeruleopunctatus)
Vermiculated angelfish
(Chaetodontoplus mesoleucus)
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Arabian angelfish
(Pomacanthus asfur)
Flame angelfish
(Centropyge loriculus)
French angelfish
(Pomacanthus paru)
Lemonpeel angelfish
(Centropyge flavissima)
Passer angelfish
(Holacanthus passer)
Royal angelfish
(Pygoplites diacanthus)
Rusty angelfish
(Centropyge ferrugata)
Yellow blotch angelfish
(Pomacanthus maculosus)
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(Rhincodon typus)
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(Rhynchobatus australiae)
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(Acanthopagrus australis)
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