Flame Angelfish

Flame Angelfish (Centropyge loricula): Bright red‑orange dwarf angelfish with vertical black bars and electric blue fin edging Native to the Central Pacific: Marshall Islands, Christmas Island, Tahiti Grows to about 3–4 inches Active swimmer and bold centerpiece fish for medium‑sized marine tanks Temperament & Reef Safety Semi‑aggressive; may defend territory once established Reef‑caution: may nip at LPS, clams, zoanthids, and fleshy polyps Best added to tanks with plenty of rockwork and hiding spaces Tank Requirements Minimum 55 gallons Stable water parameters: 72–78°F, pH 8.1–8.4, salinity 1.020–1.025, dKH 8–12 Strong rock structure for grazing and shelter Diet Omnivore Eats marine algae, spirulina, mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, and angelfish formulas containing sponge Benefits from 2–3 small feedings per day Compatibility Works well with peaceful to moderately aggressive fish Avoid mixing multiple dwarf angels in smaller tanks Can be kept in FOWLR or carefully selected reef systems Why Hobbyists Love It Intense coloration and constant movement One of the most striking dwarf angelfish species Excellent centerpiece fish for medium marine aquariums