Six Bar Angel (Adult) - Euxiphipops sexstriatusAlso known as: Six-Striped, Six Banded Angelfish
Maximum Size: the Euxiphipops sexstriatus grows up to 18 inches.
General Size Specifications: small 2 to 3; inches; medium 3 to 4; inches; large 5 to 7 inches; XL 7 to 10 inches. Sizes may vary slightly due to availability.
Minimum Tank Size: The Six Bar Angel (Adult) prefers a tank of at least 100 gallons with plenty of places to hide & swim.
Diet: The Euxiphipops sexstriatus is a omnivore and likes to eat marine algae, mysid shrimp, Spirulina, sponges, and other meaty treats.
Level of Care: The Six Bar Angel (Adult) is a medium maintenance fish.
Behavior: The Six Bar Angel (Adult) may act semi-aggressively toward other fish.
Water Conditions: Keep water quality high (SG 1.020 - 1.025, pH 8.1 - 8.4, Temp. 72 - 78° F).
Range: West Indo-Pacific, Indo-Australian Archipelago, and western Pacific Rim..
General Notes: Pomacanthus (Euxiphipops) sexstriatus (Cuvier 1831), the Six-Striped/Banded Angelfish (3). One of the largest angelfishes.Full size angels should not be mixed with other full size angels, unless it is in a tank of at least 180 gallons. One of the largest of the full size Angels, the Six Bar Angel is a beautiful species, but is also very timid and shy. Because of this, the Six Bar Angel should be housed in a large fish only aquarium, with lots of hiding places offered. It is not recommended to house this Angel with any other full sized Angels, as other Angels may out compete the newly acquired specimen, and possibly stress the Six Bar to expiration.
Note: Due to variations among each species, livestock may not look identical to the image provided. Expect diversity since each animal is unique in color, texture and shape.
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