Pygoplites [Pygoplites]
Description
Pygoplites (the bannerfish-like angelfish group) are striking reef fish with vivid coloration that can make them stand out even in busy coral scenes. Divers may spot them moving calmly along reef structures, often foraging methodically as they search for small invertebrates.
Species
Regal Angelfish
Pygoplites diacanthus
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Fish, Sharks & Rays (plus Sea Turtles & Whales)
Chordata
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Teleosts (Bony Fishes)
Teleostei
|
| Order |
Surgeonfish & Tang-like fish
Acanthuriformes
|
| Family |
Angelfishes
Pomacanthidae
|
Statistics
- Species 1