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Queen Angelfish with Cleaner Fish

Holacanthus ciliaris. This species can reach half a meter and weigh up to 4 pounds. They have a black spot on their forehead surrounded by a blue ring. They have a large blue spot at the base of the pectoral fin, and feed on sponges supplemented by algae. They are one of the most colorful fish in the Caribbean.

 

Cozumel, Mexico

 

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Uploaded on January 2, 2010
Taken on December 30, 2009