Yellowbar Angelfish

One of the most spectacular reef fish in UAE waters. A large, deep-bodied angelfish with a vivid yellow crescent-shaped bar on an otherwise deep blue-purple body. Common on healthy reef structures along both UAE coasts. A delight for divers and an iconic UAE marine species.

Species Stats

Diet

Sponges, algae, coral polyps

Habitat

Coral and rocky reefs

Local Name (Arabic)

أنفور

Fun Facts

• 1

  The vivid yellow bar is unique to this species and makes it instantly identifiable.

• 2

  Considered an indicator species for reef health in the Arabian Gulf.

• 3

  Mate for life and are rarely seen far from their home reef territory.

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