Fishing for Rock beauty

Holacanthus tricolor

The Rock Beauty is a vibrant marine angelfish known for its striking yellow and black coloration. Typically inhabiting coral reefs in the western Atlantic, it feeds on sponges, algae, and small invertebrates. Adults reach up to 10 inches in length and weigh around 2 pounds. They are territorial and often seen in pairs or small groups. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Reports of ciguatera poisoning

Source: Fishbase