{"id":6181,"date":"2026-02-17T06:39:11","date_gmt":"2026-02-17T06:39:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/product\/goldflake-angelfish-apolemichthys-xanthopunctatus\/"},"modified":"2026-02-17T06:39:11","modified_gmt":"2026-02-17T06:39:11","slug":"goldflake-angelfish-apolemichthys-xanthopunctatus","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/?product=goldflake-angelfish-apolemichthys-xanthopunctatus","title":{"rendered":"Goldflake Angelfish Apolemichthys Xanthopunctatus"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3 data-start=\"122\" data-end=\"181\">Goldflake Angelfish \u2013 <em data-start=\"148\" data-end=\"179\">Apolemichthys xanthopunctatus<\/em><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"183\" data-end=\"459\"><strong data-start=\"183\" data-end=\"196\">Overview:<\/strong><br data-start=\"196\" data-end=\"199\" \/>The Goldflake Angelfish is a rare and stunning species, featuring a golden body flecked with delicate black spots, highlighted by bold blue lips and fin edges. Its striking coloration and elegance make it one of the most prized marine angelfish in the hobby.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"461\" data-end=\"576\"><strong data-start=\"461\" data-end=\"472\">Origin:<\/strong><br data-start=\"472\" data-end=\"475\" \/>Native to the <strong data-start=\"489\" data-end=\"514\">Central Pacific Ocean<\/strong>, particularly around the <strong data-start=\"540\" data-end=\"573\">Marshall Islands and Kiribati<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"578\" data-end=\"726\"><strong data-start=\"578\" data-end=\"590\">Feeding:<\/strong><br data-start=\"590\" data-end=\"593\" \/>Omnivorous \u2014 thrives on <strong data-start=\"617\" data-end=\"723\">sponge-based angelfish diets, marine algae, spirulina, mysis, brine shrimp, and finely chopped seafood<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"728\" data-end=\"921\"><strong data-start=\"728\" data-end=\"743\">Tank Mates:<\/strong><br data-start=\"743\" data-end=\"746\" \/>Best kept with <strong data-start=\"761\" data-end=\"803\">peaceful to moderately aggressive fish<\/strong> such as tangs, wrasses, and anthias. Avoid mixing with other large angelfish unless housed in very large aquariums.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"923\" data-end=\"1034\"><strong data-start=\"923\" data-end=\"938\">Aggression:<\/strong><br data-start=\"938\" data-end=\"941\" \/><strong data-start=\"941\" data-end=\"960\">Semi-aggressive<\/strong> \u2014 generally peaceful but may become territorial toward similar species.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1036\" data-end=\"1182\"><strong data-start=\"1036\" data-end=\"1057\">Experience Level:<\/strong><br data-start=\"1057\" data-end=\"1060\" \/>Recommended for <strong data-start=\"1076\" data-end=\"1098\">advanced aquarists<\/strong>, requiring a mature system, excellent water quality, and a carefully varied diet.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1184\" data-end=\"1207\"><strong data-start=\"1184\" data-end=\"1205\">Water Parameters:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1208\" data-end=\"1336\">\n<li data-start=\"1208\" data-end=\"1246\">\n<p data-start=\"1210\" data-end=\"1246\">Temperature: <strong data-start=\"1223\" data-end=\"1244\">74\u201382\u00b0F (23\u201328\u00b0C)<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1247\" data-end=\"1266\">\n<p data-start=\"1249\" data-end=\"1266\">pH: <strong data-start=\"1253\" data-end=\"1264\">8.1\u20138.4<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1267\" data-end=\"1296\">\n<p data-start=\"1269\" data-end=\"1296\">Salinity: <strong data-start=\"1279\" data-end=\"1294\">1.020\u20131.025<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1297\" data-end=\"1336\">\n<p data-start=\"1299\" data-end=\"1336\">Minimum Tank Size: <strong data-start=\"1318\" data-end=\"1334\">180+ gallons<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1338\" data-end=\"1442\">Rare and magnificent, the <strong data-start=\"1364\" data-end=\"1387\">Goldflake Angelfish<\/strong> is a premium showpiece for serious marine hobbyists.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Goldflake Angelfish \u2013 Apolemichthys xanthopunctatus Overview:The Goldflake Angelfish is a rare and stunning species, featuring a golden body flecked with delicate black spots, highlighted by bold blue lips and fin edges. Its striking coloration and elegance make it one of the most prized marine angelfish in the hobby. 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