Conspicuous Angelfish (Chaetodontoplus conspicillatus) | Digital Marine Atlas

The Masked Ember of the Western Pacific Reefs

The Conspicuous Angelfish (Chaetodontoplus conspicillatus) is a highly prized reef angelfish instantly recognized by its glowing ember‑orange body framed in midnight blue and finished with a bright yellow tail. A bold black‑and‑gold mask surrounds the eye and snout, giving this species its “conspicuous” appearance as it cruises along dimly lit reef walls and caves. It naturally inhabits steep outer reef slopes and drop‑offs in the Western Pacific, especially around Lord Howe Island, the Coral Sea, and nearby offshore reefs, where it grazes on sponges and tunicates attached to rocky substrates.

Common Name: Conspicuous Angelfish

Scientific Name: Chaetodontoplus conspicillatus

Family: Pomacanthidae (Angelfishes)

Origin / Habitat: Western Pacific – Lord Howe Island region, Coral Sea, and nearby offshore reef systems

[Exclusive Video Observation Included]

This Digital Marine Atlas edition includes an HD short observation clip showcasing its slow, deliberate swimming style, careful grazing on sponge‑covered rock, and the way its dark outline and bright mask stand out against shadowed reef backgrounds.

Best for: rare‑fish collectors, advanced marine aquarists, marine biology students, and digital reference enthusiasts interested in iconic deep‑reef angelfishes.

Note: Full care data (including its 300L tank requirement from the original reference card, feeding needs, and water parameters) is provided in the Digital Infographic Card inside your download folder.

Formats included: High‑Resolution Infographic Card (PNG/PDF) + Video Clip (MP4).

Part of the CECOZ Digital Marine Atlas Collection – Exploring the world, one species at a time.