Shipping is $42.79. Fish orders over $599 and coral orders over $399 ship free. Fish and coral ship in separate boxes, and we confirm your delivery day with you before anything ships.
Pickup available at 46 Northwest 36th Street
Usually ready in 2 hours
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Description
Emperor Angelette (Juvenile)
Care level
Intermediate
Temperament
Semi-aggressive
Reef safe
With caution
Typical for this species. Ask us if you're unsure.
Transform Your Tank with One of the Ocean's Great Transformers
Looking for a showstopper with a story to tell? The juvenile Emperor Angel is one of the most visually arresting specimens in the marine hobby, draped in swirling concentric rings of electric blue and white against a deep navy body, a pattern so bold it looks painted. Few marine species undergo such a dramatic metamorphosis, making every stage of ownership a rewarding, ever-changing experience. This is not a specimen you find on every shelf, and when juveniles of this quality are available, they move fast.
Juveniles typically arrive in the 2 to 3 inch range and will grow into true centerpiece specimens, reaching up to 15 inches in maturity. As they grow, the iconic adult coloration, vivid yellow and blue horizontal bands with a striking black mask, gradually emerges over 12 to 24 months, making this one of the most captivating long-term investments in the saltwater aquarium hobby. Bold, intelligent, and highly interactive, this species develops a real personality and will quickly learn to recognize the aquarist who feeds it.
QUICK STATS & CARE GUIDE
Common Name: Emperor Angelette / Juvenile Emperor Angel
Current Size: Approximately 2 to 3 inches
Care Level: Moderate to Expert
Temperament: Semi-aggressive, best kept as the sole angel in the system
Reef Safe: With Caution; may nip at large-polyp stony corals and clam mantles
Water Conditions: 72 to 78°F | Salinity 1.020 to 1.025 | pH 8.1 to 8.4 | dKH 8 to 12
WHY BUY FROM THE CORAL BOUTIQUE?
Every Emperor Angel juvenile at The Coral Boutique is ethically sourced, fully quarantined, and conditioned in our facility until it is actively feeding on prepared foods before it ever ships to you. We don't rush the process, because the healthiest specimens are the ones that arrive ready to thrive.
Fish Health
Our fish are selected with appearance, behavior, and feeding response in mind before being listed. We aim to offer healthy, alert specimens for established saltwater systems.
Compatibility
Please confirm this fish is compatible with your tank size, current livestock, temperament needs, and reef goals before ordering. If you are unsure, contact us before checkout and we’ll help you choose responsibly.
Shipping & Pickup
Livestock ships Monday through Wednesday. We confirm a delivery day with you before your order goes out, and we will hold it if the weather is bad or an animal needs more time in quarantine.
Fish orders over $599 qualify for free shipping. Coral orders over $399 qualify for free shipping. Free same-day Miami pickup is available at 46 NW 36th St and is usually ready in 1–2 hours.
Live Arrival Guarantee
Eligible livestock orders are covered by our Live Arrival Guarantee. Photograph the animal in its sealed bag before you open anything, then email that photo with your order number within two hours of delivery. Our team reviews every claim and gets you an answer within one business day. Failed delivery attempts, refused packages, or missed delivery windows may void coverage.
Acclimation
Acclimate fish carefully and introduce them into a stable, established saltwater aquarium. Match temperature and salinity slowly, keep lights low during introduction, and monitor behavior closely after release.
Photography
We photograph our fish in house to show their coloration and patterning as clearly as we can. Colors can look different under your own lights.
When a fish in our WYSIWYG collection has one in stock, the photo is the exact fish you receive. Other fish listings use a representative photo of the species and the quality you can expect. Every fish is carefully selected for health, coloration, and temperament before shipping.
SELECTED FOR ESTABLISHED SYSTEMS
Healthy Fish Start With Careful Selection.
Every fish is selected with color, behavior, and compatibility in mind. We focus on livestock that makes sense for real reef systems, not just impulse purchases.
If you have questions about temperament, tank size, or reef compatibility, contact us before ordering.
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How ordering and shipping work
Ship days, free shipping, the Live Arrival Guarantee and shipping protection in just over a minute.
Scheduled Shipping
Fish ship Monday through Wednesday only to avoid weekend delays.
Simple Claim Window
Sealed bag photo, emailed within 2 hours of delivery. Natural or white light.
Free Miami Pickup
Pick up locally from our NW 36th St showroom.
INTRODUCTION MATTERS
Give New Fish a Stable Start.
Successful fish introductions depend on stable water parameters, proper acclimation, compatible tankmates, and low-stress handling. Take your time, keep lights low, and observe behavior closely after release.
