Cherub angelfish
Centropyge argi
Familia : Pomacanthidae
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A small dwarf angelfish blue and yellow, very active and colorful. Ideal for modest-sized reef aquariums.
Estado IUCN
LC
Preocupación menor
Descripción
Centropyge argi is one of the smallest angelfish, reaching only 10 cm. Its body is bright blue with a yellow head and caudal fin. It originates from Western Atlantic reefs, where it lives in small groups. In aquariums, it is hardy and adapts well, but can be territorial towards other dwarf angels. It needs hiding spots and a diet rich in algae.
Hábitat
Región :
Coral reefs and rocky areas
Distribución :
Parámetros recomendados
Temperatura24–28 °C
pH8.1–8.4
GH8–12 °dGH
KH7–12 °dKH
NO₃
≤ 20 mg/L
PO₄
≤ 0.1 mg/L
Cuidado
Dificultad
3/5
Dieta
Herbívoro
Tanque mín.
100 L
Grupo mín.
1
Tamaño adulto
10 cm
Esperanza de vida
6 años
Temperamento
Semi-aggressive, can be territorial
Propagación
Notas de cuidado
Tank of at least 100 L with live rock for grazing. Stable water, low nitrates. Diet: algae, spirulina, small crustaceans. Can be kept in pairs or groups in a larger tank.