Centropyge loriculus
These striking angels have been touted as a very good fish for reef tanks. This is generally true of most of the pygmy angels although any angelfish in a reef must be observed carefully because they are not completely trustworthy. At times they have been known to destroy corals, sponges, etc.
Maintenance difficulty:
This fish is easy to keep.
Maintenance:
It is important that you feed angelfish all kinds of live, frozen, and prepared formula foods. Best to feed small amounts several times a day. A good formula that can be made at home consists of mussels, shrimp, squid, and spinach.
Habitat: Natural goegraphic location:
Scattered accross the western Pacific at depths of 16-82 ft.
Natural Foods:
Meaty foods and greenstuff. Grazer.
Social Behaviours:
In the aquarium they are not aggressive, a good community fish
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Sexual differences:
Unknown.
Light: Recommended light levels:
No special requirements.
Breeding/Reproduction:
Not accomplished YET in captivity.
Temperature:
No special requirements. Normal temperatures for marine fish lies between 75 and 79 degrees.
Length/Diameter of fish:
Adults can grow to 4 inches.
Minimum Tank Length/Size:
A minimum 30 gallon aquarium is recommended.
Water Movement: Weak, Moderate, Strong
No special requirements.
Water Region: Top, Middle, Bottom
No special requirements.
Availability:
This fish is readily available and is moderately expensive.
