Cherubfish

The Cherubfish has a dark blue body with an orange face, a feature that gives it a cherubic appearance. A thin, iridescent blue or purple ring encircles its eye. The pectoral fins are pale yellowish, and the other fins are dark blue with light blue margins.

The Cherubfish is shy and usually lives in small groups in deeper waters, but in Bonaire, it can also be found in shallower areas. It tends to retreat into crevices and holes for safety when approached. It feeds on various types of algae and tiny invertebrates found on coral rubble. Like many other small angelfishes, Cherubfish are all born female, and the largest, most dominant individual in a group can become male. They live in small groups typically consisting of one male with multiple females and juveniles.