Swallowtail angelfish
A species of Swallowtail, Also known as Black-spot angelfish Scientific name : Genicanthus melanospilos Genus : Swallowtail
Swallowtail angelfish, A species of Swallowtail
Also known as:
Black-spot angelfish
Botanical name: Genicanthus melanospilos
Genus: Swallowtail
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Description
Genicanthus melanospilos can reach a length of about 18 centimetres (7.1 in) in males. It is a typical angel fish with a short, laterally compressed body and a small mouth with tiny teeth. It is similar to Genicanthus caudovittatus. The caudal fin is lyre-shaped, with very long filaments in the adults. These fishes have a total of 15 spines, 15 to 17 dorsal soft rays, 3 anal spines and 17-18 anal soft rays. The male has a pattern of 15 black narrow vertical stripes, with a pale blue basic color of the body. The females have no streaks.
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Perch-like fish Family
Marine angelfish Genus
Swallowtail Species
Swallowtail angelfish 
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