Fishing for Queen angelfish

Holacanthus ciliaris

The Queen angelfish is a vibrant marine fish known for its striking blue and yellow coloration. Typically inhabiting coral reefs in the western Atlantic, it reaches up to 18 inches in length and weighs around 3.5 pounds. It feeds on sponges and algae, displaying territorial behavior. This species is admired for its graceful swimming and striking appearance. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Reports of ciguatera poisoning

Source: Fishbase