{"product_id":"french-angelfish-adult","title":"French Angelfish - Adult - Atlantic","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe French Angelfish (\u003cem\u003ePomacanthus paru\u003c\/em\u003e) is an impressive large-bodied saltwater fish known for its dramatic adult coloration and unmistakable presence. Mature specimens develop a deep charcoal to nearly black body, with individual scales edged in golden yellow to create a finely patterned appearance. Yellow accents around the eyes and fins, a pale chin, and elongated dorsal and anal fin extensions complete the distinctive adult look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNative primarily to the Western Atlantic, this species ranges from Florida and the Bahamas through the Caribbean and Gulf of Mexico and south toward Brazil. Adults inhabit coral and rocky reefs, where they are frequently encountered around large reef structures and areas rich in sponges and other sessile organisms. In a marine aquarium, their confident swimming behavior and substantial size make them exceptional centerpiece fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdult French Angelfish are best suited to large fish-only or fish-only-with-live-rock aquariums. Although generally manageable with appropriately robust tankmates, mature individuals can become territorial, especially toward other large angelfish. Their natural feeding habits also make them unsuitable for most conventional reef aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Care Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 250 gallons\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-aggressive\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Omnivore\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReef Safe:\u003c\/strong\u003e No\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Western Atlantic, Caribbean, Gulf of Mexico, and Brazil\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003ePomacanthus paru\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTank Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide a mature aquarium with substantial swimming room and securely arranged rockwork. Large caves, overhangs, arches, and swim-throughs give an adult French Angelfish places to retreat while also providing surfaces for natural grazing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdults can reach approximately 16 inches and develop a deep, powerful body, so long-term housing should prioritize aquarium length, open water, and unrestricted swimming space. Avoid filling the aquarium so densely with rock that the fish cannot turn and cruise comfortably.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStrong biological filtration, efficient protein skimming, good oxygenation, and consistent maintenance are recommended. Large angelfish feed heavily and can contribute a significant biological load.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eModerate to strong, varied water movement is appropriate as long as sheltered areas remain available. Rockwork should be stable and securely positioned for a large, active fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDiet and Feeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe French Angelfish is an omnivore that naturally consumes large amounts of sponge material along with algae, bryozoans, zoantharians, gorgonians, tunicates, and other reef organisms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn captivity, provide a varied diet that includes high-quality marine angelfish preparations containing sponge material. Supplement with mysis shrimp, chopped shrimp, clam, mussel, squid, and balanced frozen marine blends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMarine algae, spirulina-based foods, and nori should also be offered regularly to provide important plant matter. Quality marine pellets can be incorporated once readily accepted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeed two to three moderate meals per day. Dietary variety is particularly important with large marine angelfish and is preferable to relying heavily on a single frozen or dry food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTemperament and Tankmates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdult French Angelfish are semi-aggressive and often become dominant members of the aquarium. They are generally compatible with appropriately sized, robust marine fish when adequate space and territory are available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePotential tankmates include larger tangs, rabbitfish, triggerfish, wrasses, groupers, and other substantial marine species with compatible temperaments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse particular caution with other large angelfish. Similar body shapes, feeding territories, and established dominance can lead to significant aggression. Keeping a single French Angelfish is the most practical approach for most home aquariums unless the system is exceptionally large.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery timid or passive fish may be intimidated by a mature specimen and can have difficulty competing during feeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eReef Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe French Angelfish is \u003cstrong\u003enot reef safe\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts natural diet includes sponges, zoantharians, gorgonians, tunicates, algae, and other attached reef organisms. In an aquarium, adults may nip or consume soft corals, fleshy LPS corals, zoanthids, sponge growth, clam mantles, and other ornamental sessile invertebrates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIndividual behavior varies, but this species should not be selected for a reef aquarium where coral and clam preservation is a priority. It is much better suited to a large fish-only or fish-only-with-live-rock display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWater Parameters\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 72–78°F\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecific Gravity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.024–1.026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8.1–8.4\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlkalinity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8–12 dKH\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStable water quality is more important than continually adjusting parameters to reach an exact number. Consistent salinity, strong filtration, good oxygenation, and regular maintenance are especially important with a large adult angelfish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Considerations\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLarge adult size:\u003c\/strong\u003e French Angelfish can reach approximately 16 inches and require substantial swimming space for long-term housing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTerritorial behavior:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mature specimens can become assertive, particularly toward other large angelfish and similar competitors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot reef safe:\u003c\/strong\u003e Corals, sponges, zoanthids, clam mantles, and other sessile invertebrates may be grazed or consumed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecialized dietary needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Regularly include sponge-based angelfish foods, marine algae, and varied marine proteins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeavy biological load:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large adults require effective filtration, good oxygenation, and consistent aquarium maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"TSA Fish","offers":[{"title":"S (2.1-2.5\")","offer_id":52623003484458,"sku":"ANGELxFrenchS","price":299.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"SM (2.6-3.5\")","offer_id":52623003517226,"sku":"ANGELxFrenchSM","price":389.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"M (3.6-4.5\")","offer_id":52623003549994,"sku":"ANGELxFrenchM","price":419.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"ML (4.6-5.5\")","offer_id":52623003582762,"sku":"ANGELxFrenchML","price":509.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"L (5.6-6.5\")","offer_id":52623003615530,"sku":"ANGELxFrenchL","price":599.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"XL (6.6-7.5\")","offer_id":52623003648298,"sku":"ANGELxFrenchX","price":643.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"XX (7.6-8.5\")","offer_id":52623003681066,"sku":"ANGELxFrenchXX","price":839.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"SH (8.6-10.5\")","offer_id":52623003713834,"sku":"ANGELxFrenchSH","price":1091.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"JU (10.6+\")","offer_id":52623003746602,"sku":"ANGELxFrenchJUM","price":1119.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0783\/0873\/7322\/files\/FrenchAngel1.png?v=1789508035","url":"https:\/\/topshelfaquatics.com\/products\/french-angelfish-adult","provider":"Top Shelf Aquatics ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}