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Rusty Angelfish

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Like most pygmy angelfish they will hide in reef caves and crevices when initially introduced to the tank. Provide with live rock or ample microalgae growth. It is not overly aggressive, but may become boisterous after becoming well established in the aquarium.




Common Name(s): Rusty Angelfish
Scientific/Other Name(s) : Centropyge ferrugata
Origin : Indo-Pacific
Natural Habitat : Coral Reef
Care Level : Easy
Density : sg 1.020 - 1.025
Temperature : 75 - 79 degrees
Maximum Size: 4"
Minimum Tank Size: 30 gallons
Reef Safe: With Caution
Feeding Requirements: frozen mysis shrimp and other prepared and spirulina algae
Temperament / Behavior: Semi Agressive
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