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Posted Wed 25 Jun 2008 by Kate

Black angelfish

Black Angelfish Parma alboscapularis
SIZE: 30cm
HABITAT: Reef areas, usually shallower than 15m.
BEHAVIOUR: Males defend territories that include a nest site. During November - January breeding season females lay theri eggs, which the male guards for 7 to 10 days until they hatch.
The juvenile is a lighter black, with purple spots.

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