Buy Masked Angelfish – Ultra-Rare Hawaiian Icon | Collectors-Only Deepwater Species

Product Overview

With its elegant coloration and rarity, the Masked Angelfish is the crown jewel of the Genicanthus genus. This deepwater Hawaiian endemic is sought after by public aquariums and private collectors alike. Known for its peaceful demeanor and exceptional adaptability to captivity, it is an ideal showpiece for ultra-luxury reef tanks or species-focused displays.

• Scientific Name: Genicanthus personatus

• Common Names: Masked Angelfish, Hawaiian Masked Angel

• Origin: Endemic to the Hawaiian Islands (deep reefs, 150–300 ft)

• Ideal For: High-end marine fish collectors, public aquaria, advanced reef keepers

Why Choose Our Masked Angelfish?

• Carefully collected by licensed deepwater divers using decompression protocols

• Acclimated in pressurized systems to ensure health and longevity

• Quarantined and conditioned for hardy aquarium performance

• Ethically sourced in limited seasonal batches

• Hand-fed on a high-quality omnivorous diet pre-shipment

Available Sizes

• Juvenile: 2–3 inches (5–7.5 cm) – Exquisite small specimens, ideal for long-term growth

• Sub-adult: 4–6 inches (10–15 cm) – Perfect size for acclimated home display

• Adult: 7–8.3 inches (18–21 cm) – Fully matured, show-grade centerpiece

Tank Requirements & Care

• Minimum Tank Size:

  • Juvenile/Sub-adult: 90 gallons

  • Adult: 120–180 gallons

• Tank Setup:

  • Ample swimming space and open rockwork

  • Moderate to strong flow with oxygen-rich water

  • Mixed reef-safe corals and natural grazing surfaces

• Water Parameters:

  • Temperature: 72–76°F (22–24.5°C)

  • pH: 8.0–8.4

  • Salinity: 1.023–1.026

  • Nitrate: <10 ppm

  • Phosphate: <0.05 ppm

• Diet:

  • Frozen mysis, enriched brine, finely chopped seafood, spirulina flakes

  • Accepts pelletized reef foods with training

  • Feed 2–3 times per day

Behavior & Compatibility

• Peaceful and reef-safe with corals and invertebrates

• Suitable for mixed community or species-specific systems

• Best housed with non-aggressive tankmates

• Can be kept singly or in pairs/trios with proper space

Sourcing, Ethics & Compliance

• Endemic Hawaiian species collected under strict regulation

• No cyanide or destructive methods used

• Exported with full documentation and CITES compliance where required

• Certified acclimation procedures for long-term survivability

Shipping & Packaging

• Fulfillment Locations:

  • Hawaii: Local USA orders

  • Singapore: Asia-Pacific

  • Netherlands: EU, UK

  • Dubai: Middle East

• Shipping Methods:

  • Overnight domestic (FedEx Priority)

  • Global air freight (72-hour max transit)

  • Triple-insulated packaging with active temperature control

• Packaging Specs:

  • Oxygenated double polybags

  • Medical-grade ammonia-neutralizers

  • Insulated styrofoam box with phase-change coolants

✅ Live Arrival Guarantee

• Applies only on first delivery attempt

• Unboxing video required within 1 hour of delivery

• Verified DOAs replaced or refunded as store credit

• No returns accepted due to sensitive handling

• Round-the-clock support at support@luxuryfishshop.com or via live chat

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