Compatibility guide

Blue Ring Angelfish tank mates

What fish, coral, and inverts can live with the Blue Ring Angelfish (Pomacanthus annularis). Tank mate compatibility broken into good / caution / avoid buckets - tank size minimum: 180 gallons minimum.

✓ Compatible (good tank mates)

These species coexist well with the Blue Ring Angelfish in an appropriately-sized tank.

⚠ Caution (compatible with management)

Workable pairings if the tank is large enough or the introduction is staged correctly.

✕ Avoid (incompatible tank mates)

Don't combine these with the Blue Ring Angelfish. Outcome is usually death of one species or chronic stress.

Stocking notes

Blue ring angelfish reach 14 inches. Adult coloration is electric blue rings on bronze body - juveniles have white-and-blue stripes. Not strictly reef-safe but more tolerant of coral than queen / French / gray angels.

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