Emperor Angelfish Coloration Change

waterworld

waterworld

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I have been unable to find information on the Emperor Angelfish in regards to when to expect to see the transformation from juv to adult coloration. I have owned a juv for approx 10 months that has not began to change yet. (Not sure how old it was when purchased?) 125 gallon tank w/ lots of rock and stocked with fish about 1/2 of capabilty. Water quality is maintanied and I am feeding a variety of quality foods and romain lettuce, it eats all well. The angel is approx 3-3.5" long at this time and has grown about .75-1" in the 10 months I have had it. Any thoughts on when changes may begin? Any particular additions to diet suggested? Thanks to all, Waterworld
 
my way

my way

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I would say you should be seeing at happen at anytime now. When I raised one it started to change at about 3-3.5". There are prepared foods specifically for angels with lots of sponge in it. Nori would be good for it also. Mine ate anything I put in the tank. I would strongly suggest adding garlic and vitamins, such as Selcon to the food.
 
dogstar

dogstar

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From some research..... they change around 5 inches and takes about 3 to 4 years, they are egg scatterers and the fry are solitary and cryptic.
 
waterworld

waterworld

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What is the best way to supply Nori. I am finding few places that seem to offer this. Is there an alernative that is equally beneficial?
 
dogstar

dogstar

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Some grocery stores or oriental specialty stores will sell it as sushi wraps. Just make sure its unflavored, no additives....
 
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