Description
Coral Beauty Angelfish – Centropyge bispinosa
Centropyge bispinosa, commonly known as the Coral Beauty Angelfish, is one of the most popular and resilient dwarf angelfish species, admired for its brilliant combination of deep violet and orange hues. Native to coral-rich lagoons and outer reef slopes, it is an active grazer that adapts well to captivity when provided with ample live rock for foraging. Hardy and visually stunning, the Coral Beauty brings both color and movement to any well-maintained reef system.
Origin: Indo-Pacific region – from East Africa and the Maldives to Fiji, Samoa, and the Great Barrier Reef
Lighting: Moderate
Flow: Moderate
Tank Placement: Middle to lower regions with rockwork and caves
Temperature: 74–80°F (23–27°C)
Salinity: 1.020–1.025 SG
pH: 8.1–8.4
Diet: Omnivorous – thrives on a varied diet of marine algae, spirulina, mysis shrimp, and high-quality angelfish preparations containing sponge matter
Temperament: Semi-aggressive; may show territorial behavior toward other dwarf angels
Size: Up to 10 cm (4 inches)
Care Level: Intermediate – hardy once acclimated, but requires regular feeding and stable water quality
Compatibility: Generally reef-safe with caution; may occasionally nip at soft corals or clam mantles; ideal for peaceful community or semi-aggressive reef systems
