Flameback Angelfish

Centropyge acanthops

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Suggested Tank

70+ gallons

Max Size

4 inches

Difficulty

Medium

Temperament

Semi-Aggressive

Description

The Flameback Angelfish is a small, brightly colored saltwater fish. It is known for its vibrant orange and blue colors, with a distinctive "flame" pattern on its back. It is a popular choice among aquarists due to its attractive appearance and interesting behavior.

Reef Safe

With caution. Flameback Angelfish can nip at soft and stony polyp corals, clam mantles, and large-polyped stony corals.

Environment

Flameback Angelfish require a well-filtered aquarium with plenty of hiding spots and live rock for grazing. They prefer a tank with plenty of live rock for hiding and grazing.

Behavior

Flameback Angelfish are semi-aggressive. They can be territorial, especially towards other angelfish. They are also known to be active swimmers and will often be seen exploring their environment.

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Centropyge acanthops

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