Author: (Norman, 1922)
FBname: Orangeback angelfish
Comments: Inhabits areas with coral rubble and frequently occurs in small groups of up to about 10 individuals.  Feeds on small invertebrates and algae (Ref. 5503).  Spawns at sunset; male stimulating the emission of eggs with biting motions on female's abdomen; eggs released and abandoned in open water without any particular parental care (Ref. 5503).  Popular aquarium fish in Natal.  Occasionally exported from Kenya.