Description
The Coral Beauty Angelfish is a popular dwarf angelfish known for its vibrant blend of deep purple, blue, and orange coloration. Its compact size, hardiness, and striking colors make it a favorite among reef hobbyists. Active and constantly grazing, it adds both beauty and movement to marine aquariums.
Native:
Indo-Pacific region including Indonesia, Philippines, Fiji, and surrounding reef systems.
Lighting:
Moderate to high reef lighting.
Placement:
Mid to lower tank swimmer. Prefers aquariums with plenty of live rock for grazing and hiding. Minimum tank size: 55 gallons (200+ liters).
Temperature:
24–28°C (75–82°F)
Salinity:
1.023–1.025 SG
pH:
8.1–8.4
Alkalinity:
8–12 dKH
Diet:
Omnivore. Feed a varied diet including algae-based foods, spirulina, mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, and high-quality marine pellets.
Adult Size:
Up to 10 cm (4 inches)
Care Level:
Easy to Moderate
Compatibility:
Semi-aggressive. Reef-safe with caution — may nip at soft corals and LPS. Compatible with most community marine fish but may show territorial behavior toward other dwarf angelfish.
