Potters Angelfish | Hawaiian Marine Life

Park Hours
9 AM - 5 PM

Potter’s Angelfish

Potter’s angelfish have a unique pattern, with a deep orange on its front and dorsal region, which shades to a grayish-blueish side. Its posterior has vertical lines of blue and black. Potter’s angelfish are endemic to Hawaii and are the most common angelfish seen in the Hawaiian Islands. Reaching only 5 inches in length, this species does well in aquarium environments.

 

*Due to the constant rotation of animals back to the ocean, we cannot guarantee the presence of any specific animal.

Did you know?

Snorkelers usually catch glimpses of Potter’s angelfish in clear waters of at least 15 feet feeding on algae.

Scientific Name: Centropyge potteri
Where to Find: Deep Reef*

share with friends

Discover More Maui Ocean Center marine life

Hawaiian Green Sea Turtle

Hawaiian green sea turtles, or honu, are native to Hawaiʻi. They are the largest hard-shelled sea turtle in the world,...
They are the largest hard-shelled sea turtle in the world, reaching lengths of four feet and weighing over 300 pounds.

Whitetip Reef Shark

The whitetip reef shark is found throughout the Indian and Pacific Oceans and is associated with the coral reef environment....
The whitetip reef shark is found throughout the Indian and Pacific Oceans and is associated with the coral reef environment.

Sandbar Shark

Found in all oceans of the world, sandbar sharks are most common in deep coastal waters. This species has been...
The sandbar shark is light gray or tan in coloration with white on its side. Lacking distinct markings, its tall dorsal fin is a distinguishing characteristic.
Search

Please note

Due to weather

Maui Ocean Center is expecting higher-than-usual attendance. Prices have been adjusted to reflect this increase. We recommend purchasing tickets in advance.