Description
The White Bar Maculosus Angelfish is a unique and eye-catching variant of the Maculosus Angelfish, featuring a distinctive pale or white vertical bar across its body along with the signature deep blue coloration and yellow patch. This rare pattern variation makes it highly desirable among collectors. As it matures, its colors intensify, creating a bold and striking showpiece fish.
Native:
Red Sea and Western Indian Ocean.
Lighting:
Moderate to high marine lighting.
Placement:
Mid to upper tank swimmer. Requires large swimming space with plenty of live rock for grazing and shelter. Minimum tank size: 180 gallons (680+ liters).
Temperature:
24–28°C (75–82°F)
Salinity:
1.020–1.025 SG
pH:
8.1–8.4
Alkalinity:
8–12 dKH
Diet:
Omnivore. Feed a varied diet including sponge-based angelfish preparations, marine algae, spirulina, mysis shrimp, and high-quality pellets.
Adult Size:
Up to 50 cm (20 inches)
Care Level:
Moderate to Advanced
Compatibility:
Semi-aggressive. Compatible with tangs, triggerfish, and larger wrasses.
Not reef-safe — may nip at corals, clams, and invertebrates.
