Quick facts
Latin name – Pomacanthus xanthometopon
Size: 38 cm
Habitat: coral reefs, lagoons, outer reef slopes
Distribution: Indo-Pacific region
Yellowface Angelfish are large reef-associated angelfish commonly found around coral-rich slopes and lagoons. Adults are usually observed in pairs, actively swimming above the reef while feeding on sponges and other benthic organisms.
Related Fish Guides
This species is included in our Reef Fishes of the Coral Triangle featuring reef fish photographed in their natural environment.