Coral beauty angelfish

Centropyge bispinosa

Family : Pomacanthidae

FishMarineangelfish

Small orange and blue dwarf angelfish with vertical stripes. Very colorful and popular.

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Popularity
Advanced marine fish
large tank + demanding parameters
Availability
Specialty only
Shop availability
IUCN Status
LC
Least Concern
Biotope
Indo-Pacific+1
Récifs coralliens de l'océan Indien et Pacifique tropical.

Description

The coral beauty angelfish grows up to 10 cm. Its body is bright orange with vertical blue stripes. The dorsal fin is edged in blue. It is an active and curious fish, but can be territorial towards other dwarf angelfish. It is generally compatible with soft corals but may nip at some hard corals. It reproduces by spawning pelagic eggs.

Habitat

Region :

The coral beauty angelfish lives in coral reefs rich in hard corals, often in areas with strong current. It hides in crevices and overhangs. It feeds on algae and small invertebrates.

Distribution :

Recommended parameters

Temperature2428 °C
pH8.18.4
GH812 °dGH
KH812 °dKH
Salinity1.021.025
NO₃
≤ 20 mg/L
PO₄
≤ 0.1 mg/L
Calcium
≥ 400 ppm
Magnesium
≥ 1200 ppm

Care

Difficulty
3/5
Diet
Omnivore
Min. tank
200 L
Min. group
1
Adult size
10 cm
Lifespan
8 years
Temperament
Peaceful
Propagation

Care notes

Temperature 24-28°C, pH 8.1-8.4, salinity 1.020-1.025. Minimum tank size 200 liters. Omnivorous: algae, brine shrimp, mysis, spirulina. Compatible with peaceful fish. Avoid other dwarf angelfish in a small tank. Can be kept alone or in pairs. Captive breeding rare.

Similar species

Espèces proches, même habitat ou même maintenance

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