Semicircle Angelfish [Pomacanthus semicirculatus]
Description
The Semicircle Angelfish lives up to its name with a distinctive, curved pattern that stands out against its darker body. Divers commonly encounter it near coral and rocky structures, where it moves with a steady, deliberate pace and may pause to investigate the reef before continuing on.
Where To See Semicircle Angelfish
No sighting locations recorded yet.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Fish, Sharks & Rays (plus Sea Turtles & Whales)
Chordata
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Teleosts (Bony Fishes)
Teleostei
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| Order |
Surgeonfish & Tang-like fish
Acanthuriformes
|
| Family |
Angelfishes
Pomacanthidae
|
| Genus |
Pomacanthus
Pomacanthus
|
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