Centropyge argi

Quick Stats

Care Level:ModerateTemperament:Semi-aggressiveColor Form:Blue, OrangeDiet:OmnivoreReef Compatible:With CautionWater Conditions:72-78 F, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4, sg 1.020-1.025Max. Size:3″Origin:CaribbeanFamily:PomacanthidaeMinimum Tank Size:55 gallons

Overview

The PygmyAngelfish is also called the Cherubfish,Cherub Angelfish, or Atlantic Pygmy Angelfish. It is a brilliant sapphire-blue with orange highlights to the face.

ThePygmy Angelfish requires a 55 gallon or larger tank with numerous hiding places and live rock for grazing on microalgae. It may nip at large-polyped stony corals and clam mantles.

ThePygmy Angelfish is an aggressive little angelfish, so it is best to never have more than one male per tank, since they may fight to the death. A breeding pair may be kept, and thePygmy Angelfish has been bred in an aquarium with success.

The diet of thePygmy Angelfish should includeSpirulina, marine algae, high-quality angelfish preparations, mysis or frozen shrimp, and other meaty items. Feed three times daily.

Approximate Purchase Size:Small: 1/2″ to 1″; Medium: 1″ to 2″; Large: 2″ to 3″