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Cachama Negra:
Quinta Cachama Negra is named after the
tropical fish Cachama Negra (Pomacantus paru), or French Angelfish
in English. It is black with bright yellow rims
on the scales, has a rounded tail and can reach a size of about 18 inches (45
cm). Its
eyes have a bright yellow ring and all the fins are black, except for
the base of the pectoral fin, which is yellow.
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| Photographer: André Loerakker, in Cepe
12-11-2007 |
You can find the French Angelfish near corral reefs, often in pairs.
Juveniles inhabit reefs and sandy areas. They actively clean parasites and
debris from larger fish. The French Angelfish can be closely approached for
observation with snorkeling or diving equipment.
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