Genus

Common name: Swallowtail Angelfish

Scientific name: Genicanthus

Genicanthus is a genus of marine angelfish known for their distinct sexual dimorphism and elongated finnage. Members of this genus, such as the popular Genicanthus lamarck, are unique among angelfish for their planktivorous diet, making them less likely to nip at corals, which is a common concern with other angelfish. They are generally peaceful and can be kept in pairs or harems in larger aquariums. Their graceful swimming and striking patterns make them a favorite among aquarists.

  1. Female Bellus Angelfish (Genicanthus bellus)
    Common name: Bellus Angelfish
    Scientific name: Genicanthus bellus
  2. Male Zebra Angelfish (Genicanthus caudovittatus)
    Common name: Zebra Angelfish
    Scientific name: Genicanthus caudovittatus
  3. Blackstriped Angelfish or Lamarck's Angelfish (Genicanthus lamarck)
    Common name: Blackstriped Angelfish
    Scientific name: Genicanthus lamarck
  4. Male Swallowtail or Blackspot Angelfish (Genicanthus melanospilos)
    Common name: Swallowtail Angelfish
    Scientific name: Genicanthus melanospilos
  5. Masked Angelfish (Genicanthus personatus)
    Common name: Masked Angelfish
    Scientific name: Genicanthus personatus
  6. Common name: Halfbanded Angelfish
    Scientific name: Genicanthus semicinctus
  7. Male Japanese Swallow (Genicanthus semifasciatus)
    Common name: Japanese Swallow
    Scientific name: Genicanthus semifasciatus
  8. Common name: Pitcairn Angelfish
    Scientific name: Genicanthus spinus
  9. Common name: Takeuchi's Angelfish
    Scientific name: Genicanthus takeuchii
  10. Male Blackedged Angelfish (Genicanthus watanabei)
    Common name: Blackedged Angelfish
    Scientific name: Genicanthus watanabei