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Yellowbelly Angelfish Aquarium Care Guide

Centropyge flaviventris

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Keeping Yellowbelly Angelfish in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

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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