How difficult is it to keep Sixbar angelfish?

Intermediate. This is an intermediate-level species. Some prior experience and knowledge of environmental management are recommended.

What is the ideal temperature for Sixbar angelfish?

The ideal temperature for Sixbar angelfish is 22〜27℃. Avoid sudden temperature changes and maintain a stable environment.

How large does Sixbar angelfish get?

Sixbar angelfish typically reaches Up to 46 cm TL (FishBase) as an adult. Size may vary depending on care conditions and individual genetics.

What should I feed Sixbar angelfish?

Sixbar angelfish feeds on: Omnivore (sponges, tunicates, algae). Aim for a balanced diet with appropriate feeding frequency.

What is the typical price for Sixbar angelfish?

The price of Sixbar angelfish varies significantly depending on morph, size, and lineage. Check our market price page for the latest pricing information.

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Sixbar angelfish

Intermediate

Pomacanthus sexstriatus

A large angelfish with a yellowish-brown body crossed by dark bars and a single white bar behind the head, dotted all over with small blue spots. Juveniles are blue-black with white bars.

Difficulty

Intermediate

Temperature

22〜27℃

Lifespan

Little data available

Size

Up to 46 cm TL (FishBase)

Diet

Omnivore (sponges, tunicates, algae)

About

The sixbar angelfish (Pomacanthus sexstriatus) ranges across the Indo-Pacific from the Ryukyu Islands to Malaysia, Indonesia and the Solomon Islands, south to Australia (FishBase), and reaches 46 cm TL. Adults are yellowish brown with dark bars, a single white bar just behind the head and small blue spots over the body and fins; juveniles are blue-black with white bars and change colour as they grow. Juveniles live on sheltered inner reefs and adults on coral-rich reefs with high relief, usually in pairs; they grunt loudly when disturbed. The diet is sponges, tunicates and algae. FishBase notes that only juveniles make good aquarium fish, and raising one to adult size calls for about 680 L (180 gallons) or more (Saltcorner). Feed sponge-containing angelfish foods, frozen foods and algae-based foods several times a day. Adults nip corals and clams, so it is not reef-safe. In Japan it is sold at sizes from juvenile to adult.

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Size of the Sixbar angelfish

The Sixbar angelfish grows to Up to 46 cm TL (FishBase).

Temperature & humidity for the Sixbar angelfish

The ideal temperature for the Sixbar angelfish is 22〜27℃.

Basic Info

Origin

Indo-Pacific (Ryukyu Islands to Malaysia, Indonesia and the Solomon Islands, south to Australia)

Lifespan

Little data available

Size

Up to 46 cm TL (FishBase)

Care Specifications

Water Temp.: 22–27℃
Specific Gravity: 1.02
Min. Tank: 680 L

Semi-aggressiveNot reef safe

Sources: FishBase (Pomacanthus sexstriatus) / Saltcorner Fish Library (Bob Goemans)

References & Sources

Edited & verified by: BreederDirect editorial team

The taxonomic, regulatory, and husbandry data on this page are compiled and verified against the authoritative primary sources below.

Primary sources

Taxonomy & Authority

Accepted name: Pomacanthus sexstriatus (Cuvier, 1831)

Synonyms: Euxiphipops sexstriatus (Cuvier, 1831), Holacanthus sexstriatus Cuvier, 1831, Pomacanthus sextriatus (Cuvier, 1831)

Authority databases: WoRMS · GBIF · GBIF · WoRMS · FishBase

Nomenclature follows global taxonomic authority databases.

Regulations & Conservation Status

Not CITES-listedIUCN LC · Least Concern

Not listed in the CITES Appendices (checked on Species+). Not designated as an Invasive Alien Species under Japanese law. Never release aquarium animals into the sea.

Sources: Species+ (CITES) / Ministry of the Environment: List of Designated Invasive Alien Species / FishBase

Regulations may change. Always verify the latest information with the relevant authorities.