Half-moon Angelfish

[germs101]

Has anyone had a Half-moon Angelfish in a reef tank? I've read mixed things about whether this is doable or not.

 

[eatbreakfast]

I have seen large angels kept with sps without issue.

I have personally witnessed P. maculosus eat zoas, most lps, and clams.

 

[germs101]

My tank is sps, palys, and mushrooms. Do you think if it was raised as a juvenile it would be more inclined to leave the corals alone? Is there another species you would say is more fitting in a reef?

 

[eatbreakfast]

My tank is sps, palys, and mushrooms. Do you think if it was raised as a juvenile it would be more inclined to leave the corals alone? Is there another species you would say is more fitting in a reef?

I really don't think it matters much whether it was acquired as a juvie or not. The palys are the only thing in serious jeopardy, but that will remain the same with any large angel.

 

[germs101]

Thanks for the input. I don't know that I can take the risk. They are beautiful though.