Angelfish is a type of fish with a thin, oval body and long, pointed or rounded fins. Marine angelfish also have stripes or patterns on the body and patches of vivid color. There are dozens of marine species (kinds). A species commonly called the freshwater angelfish is only distantly related to the marine angelfishes.
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Marine angelfishes live mainly around coral reefs in warm and tropical seas. Most feed on animals attached to the sea floor. The juveniles of some species clean parasites off larger fish. Most species live in male-female pairs or small social groups. Individuals in some species can change sex from female to male. Many species are kept in commercial aquariums and are highly valued for their colorful patterns.
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The freshwater angelfish is among the most popular fishes for home aquariums. It is native to the Amazon River Basin in South America.
