Yellowbelly Angelfish Aquarium Care Guide
Centropyge flaviventris
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Aquarium Information
- Care level: intermediate
- Temperament: semi-aggressive
- Diet: omnivore
- Minimum tank size: 30 gallons
- Compatibility: Generally compatible with most peaceful to semi-aggressive reef tank inhabitants. Can be territorial towards other dwarf angelfish or similarly shaped fish, especially in smaller tanks. Best kept as a single specimen or a confirmed pair.
- Special requirements: Requires a well-established aquarium with ample live rock for grazing, hiding, and territory establishment. A varied diet including high-quality marine flakes, pellets, frozen mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, and spirulina is essential. Good water quality and stable parameters are crucial for its health and vibrant coloration.
Water parameters
- Temperature
- 72-78°F (22-26°C)
- pH level
- 8.1-8.4
- Hardness
- 8-12 dKH
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