Pitcairn angelfish (Genicanthus spinus)

Scientific name: Genicanthus spinus Randall, 1975

Pitcairn angelfish (Genicanthus spinus)

The Pitcairn angelfish (Genicanthus spinus) is a marine fish of the family Pomacanthidae. Native range: Eastern Pacific, Cook Islands to Ducie Atoll (Pitcairn).

Biology

Inhabits rock and coral reef at depths of 30 to at least 60 m. Occurs in aggregations that swim high above the bottom; harems of 2-5 individuals. Feeds mainly on zooplankton, although some benthic material is probably consumed. Almost never exported through the aquarium trade.

Source: FishBase, licensed CC BY-NC 4.0.

Species facts

Scientific name
Genicanthus spinus
Family
Pomacanthidae (Angelfishes)
Order
Perciformes (Perch-like fish)
Class
Actinopterygii (Ray-finned fishes)
Maximum length
35.0
Depth range
30–60 m (98–197 ft)
Environment
Marine; reef-associated; non-migratory; depth range 30 - 60 m
Climate
Subtropical
Distribution
Eastern Pacific: Cook Islands to Ducie Atoll (Pitcairn).
Conservation status (IUCN)
Least Concern (LC)
Threat to humans
Harmless
Resilience
Medium, minimum population doubling time 1.4 - 4.4 years (Preliminary K or Fecundity.)

Sources

Taxonomy, distribution and biology data: FishBase (Froese, R. and D. Pauly, eds.), licensed CC BY-NC 4.0.

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