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Queen angelfish — printable fact sheet
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Queen angelfish
Holacanthus ciliaris
The queen angelfish is a vibrantly colored marine fish native to the western Atlantic Ocean, notable for its striking blue and yellow coloration and a distinctive blue 'crown' or 'mask' on its forehead. It inhabits coral reefs, often seen alone or in pairs, gracefully navigating…
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- The 'crown' spot on the queen angelfish's head inspired its royal namesake—it resembles a crown or halo.
- Queen angelfish communicate with subtle color changes and body movements. Juveniles act as 'cleaners,' removing parasites from larger fish. Their vivid coloration provides excellent camouflage among colorful corals.
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