Regal Angelfish tank mates

✓ Compatible (good tank mates)

These species coexist well with the Regal Angelfish in an appropriately-sized tank.

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  Most peaceful reef fish - Regals are mild-tempered for an angel
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  Tangs - Different niche, similar size class
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  Wrasses - Different niche
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  Cleaner shrimp - Will clean the regal

⚠ Caution (compatible with management)

Workable pairings if the tank is large enough or the introduction is staged correctly.

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  Other angelfish - Conspecific aggression
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  Coral (LPS, soft) - Reef-tolerant but may nip - test individual specimens
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  Small invertebrates - Picked at by adult regals

✕ Avoid (incompatible tank mates)

Don't combine these with the Regal Angelfish. Outcome is usually death of one species or chronic stress.

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  Wild-caught untrained specimens - Often refuse food - buy aquacultured or pre-conditioned
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  Other Pygoplites - Conspecific death-fights
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  Aggressive triggers - Bully regal

Stocking notes

Regal angelfish are notorious for refusing food in captivity - 60-70% mortality on wild-caught specimens within 90 days. Buy from a vendor who has the fish eating frozen mysis BEFORE you take it home. Once eating, they're hardy. Adult size 10 inches. The most beautiful angelfish in the hobby in many opinions.

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