Pomacanthus asfur - Tank Bred

Meet the Pomacanthus asfur - Tank Bred, also known as the Arabian Angelfish. This beautiful, captive-bred marine fish is a true eye-catcher in any marine aquarium. Due to its deep...

Meet the Pomacanthus asfur - Tank Bred , also known as the Arabian Angelfish. This beautiful, captive-bred marine fish is a true eye-catcher in any marine aquarium. With its deep purple and yellow colors and impressive size, the Pomacanthus asfur is highly prized among experienced aquarists. Thanks to the tank breeding process, this fish is better adapted to life in an aquarium, less susceptible to disease, and often more social than wild-caught specimens. The Asfur angelfish originates naturally from the Red Sea and the western Indian Ocean, where it grows up among corals and rock formations. This robust species is perfectly suited for larger aquariums and, with proper care, can remain a showpiece for years. Choose a sustainably bred Pomacanthus asfur and enjoy a healthy, strong, and eco-friendly addition to your marine aquarium.

Features

• Origin: Red Sea and western Indian Ocean
• Breeding variant: Fully captive-bred (tank bred)
• Maximum length: up to approximately 40 cm
• Color: Deep purple with bright yellow tail and vertical yellow band
• Suitable for large aquariums (minimum 500 liters)
• Relatively peaceful, but territorial towards conspecifics
• Sustainable choice, less stress and disease than wild-caught

Care

• Minimum aquarium volume: 500 liters, preferably larger
• Water temperature: 24–28°C
• Salt content: 1.020–1.025 SG
• Diet: Varied diet of frozen food, Artemia, Mysis, Spirulina, and special angelfish food.
• Suitable for community aquariums with larger, non-aggressive fish.
• Provide sufficient hiding places with live rock and corals.
• Regular water changes and stable water parameters are essential.