{"product_id":"yellow-belly-regal-angelfish","title":"Yellow Belly Regal Angelfish (Pygoplites diacanthus)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Yellow Belly Regal Angelfish (Pygoplites diacanthus) is one of the most stunning and highly sought-after marine fish in the hobby, instantly recognizable by its vibrant, repeating vertical bands of electric blue\/white and yellow\/orange. The 'Yellow Belly' designation refers to variants collected from the Red Sea, Maldives, and parts of the Indian Ocean, which feature a distinctly yellow or orange-yellow chest and ventral region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis medium-sized Angelfish brings unparalleled color to a well-established reef or fish-only aquarium. It is an Expert Only species with specific care requirements. Successfully keeping a Regal Angelfish requires a large, stable environment and ensuring the fish is actively eating a varied diet upon introduction. While generally semi-aggressive, they are often shy and can be outcompeted for food by more boisterous tank mates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCare Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eAquarium Requirements\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTank Size:\u003c\/b\u003e A minimum of 125 gallons is required to provide ample swimming space and a stable environment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWater Conditions:\u003c\/b\u003e Stability is paramount.\n    \u003cul\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/b\u003e 72°F – 78°F\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSalinity:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.020 – 1.025 specific gravity (sg) or 30-34 ppt\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003epH:\u003c\/b\u003e 8.1 – 8.4\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAlkalinity (dKH):\u003c\/b\u003e 8 – 12\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAquascape:\u003c\/b\u003e The tank must have plenty of live rock to provide hiding places and ample surface area for grazing. A well-established rockscape is critical for this species.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eDiet and Feeding\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe most significant challenge with the Regal Angelfish is getting it to feed consistently in captivity. They must be offered a varied and comprehensive omnivorous diet multiple times per day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePrimary Diet:\u003c\/b\u003e Mysis shrimp, enriched brine shrimp, and chopped fresh seafood (e.g., clam, shrimp, squid).\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHerbivore Content:\u003c\/b\u003e Daily offerings of marine algae, spirulina, and high-quality angelfish preparations containing sponge material are essential.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAcclimation:\u003c\/b\u003e New specimens often take time to accept frozen and prepared foods. Providing live rock or starting with live foods may encourage feeding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eTemperament and Compatibility\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTank Mates:\u003c\/b\u003e Choose tank mates carefully. While semi-aggressive, the Regal Angelfish is often shy and passive compared to other angels. Avoid overly aggressive fish like large triggerfish or predatory groupers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eReef Safety:\u003c\/b\u003e The Regal Angelfish is not fully reef-safe and should be kept with caution in a reef setup. It may nip at soft corals, clam mantles, and certain LPS corals, but is generally safe with invertebrates and SPS corals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eQuarantine (QT) Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA quarantine protocol is highly recommended. Regal Angelfish are sensitive to rapid changes in water quality and high ammonia levels. QT should be performed in a spacious, stable system, ideally with some cured live rock to encourage natural grazing and maintain feeding during observation.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Marine Fish Masters","offers":[{"title":"Small 2-3\"","offer_id":51422609408292,"sku":null,"price":70.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Medium 3-4\"","offer_id":51422609441060,"sku":null,"price":70.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large 4-6\"","offer_id":51422609473828,"sku":null,"price":70.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Show 6\"+","offer_id":51422609506596,"sku":null,"price":70.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0963\/7330\/9732\/files\/YellowBellyRegalAngelfish.jpg?v=1762426469","url":"https:\/\/krffii-gg.myshopify.com\/products\/yellow-belly-regal-angelfish","provider":"Marine Fish Masters","version":"1.0","type":"link"}