Is the Coral Beauty Angelfish completely reef safe?

No. They are considered 'reef safe with caution'. While many never touch a coral, some individuals may nip at Large Polyp Stony (LPS) corals, zoanthids, or clam mantles. Keeping them well-fed can reduce, but not eliminate, this risk.

Can I keep two Coral Beauty Angelfish together?

It is generally not recommended unless you have a very large aquarium (over 500 litres) and introduce a known mated pair simultaneously. Two unsexed individuals will likely fight relentlessly over territory.

Why is my Coral Beauty hiding all the time?

It is normal for them to be shy when first introduced. Providing plenty of live rock with caves will actually make them feel more secure, encouraging them to swim in the open. Also, ensure tank mates are not bullying them.

How often should I feed my Coral Beauty?

Because they are constant grazers in the wild, it is best to feed them small amounts 2 to 3 times a day. Ensure the diet is heavily supplemented with marine algae and spirulina.

Will a Coral Beauty eat hair algae?

They primarily graze on microscopic diatoms and fine filamentous microalgae covering rocks. They are generally not an effective control method for nuisance long hair algae (Derbesia).

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Coral Beauty Angelfish

Centropyge bispinosa

A hardy, active, and vibrantly coloured dwarf angelfish, the Coral Beauty is widely regarded as one of the best introductions to the Centropyge genus for marine aquarists.

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Ideal Conditions

Temperature: 22 – 26 °C
pH range: 8.1 – 8.4
Hardness: 8 – 12 dGH
Salinity: 1.02 – 1.025 SG
Adult size: 8 – 10 cm
Minimum recommended for a single adult: 200 litres+
Lifespan: 10 – 15 years
Diet: Omnivorous; requires marine algae, spirulina, and meaty foods like mysis shrimp.
Water flow: Moderate, replicating reef currents.
Preferred setup: Ample mature live rock with numerous caves and crevices for hiding and grazing.

About the Coral Beauty Angelfish

The Coral Beauty Angelfish is undoubtedly one of the most popular dwarf angelfish in the aquarium trade. Showcasing a spectacular deep royal blue body heavily flushed with vibrant orange on the flanks, it immediately draws the eye in any setup. Originating from the diverse coral reefs of the Indo-Pacific, it is an energetic swimmer that spends its days weaving through rockwork in search of algae. Its relatively modest adult size of 10 cm and general hardiness make it a fantastic centrepiece for intermediate aquarists seeking striking marine aesthetics.

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Where Coral Beauty Angelfish comes from

Native range

Indo-Pacific, Great Barrier Reef, East Africa

Countries / regions

Australia, Indonesia, Fiji, Maldives

Habitat

Coral-rich lagoons, outer reef slopes, and drop-offs with extensive hiding places.

Widely distributed across the Indo-Pacific from East Africa to the Tuamoto Islands, extending north to Japan and south to Lord Howe Island.

Similar species

Flame Angelfish
Centropyge loricula
Bicolor Angelfish
Centropyge bicolor
Cherub Angelfish
Centropyge argi
Potter's Angelfish
Centropyge potteri

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Compatible tank mates

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Ocellaris Clownfish
Amphiprion ocellaris
Peaceful, primarily occupies the middle-to-upper water column, and does not compete for grazing areas.
Great
Yellow Tang
Zebrasoma flavescens
A larger herbivore that can easily hold its own; they occupy different taxonomic families, avoiding territorial disputes.
Great
Cleaner Skunk Shrimp
Lysmata amboinensis
Provides beneficial cleaning services, and the Coral Beauty poses no predatory risk to adult shrimp.
Great
Open Brain Coral
Trachyphyllia geoffroyi
Dwarf angelfish are notorious for occasionally nipping at the fleshy mantles of Large Polyp Stony (LPS) corals.
Compatible with caution
Flame Angelfish
Centropyge loricula
Mixing different species of dwarf angelfish in standard-sized aquariums usually results in severe, sometimes fatal, territorial aggression.
Not recommended
Mandarin Dragonet
Synchiropus splendidus
Though peaceful, the angelfish's continuous grazing may outcompete the dragonet for essential copepods in smaller setups.
Not recommended

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