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Flame Angelfish
IntermediateFlame angelfish
Small angelfish with vivid red-orange body and black vertical bars. One of the most popular marine angelfish.
Difficulty
Intermediate
Temperature
23〜26℃
Lifespan
5-10 years
Size
8-10cm
Diet
Pellets, frozen food, algae
About
The flame angelfish (Centropyge loriculus) is a dwarf angelfish of the family Pomacanthidae found in the tropical coral reefs of the Pacific and central Pacific Ocean. Its intense scarlet-orange body adorned with vertical black bars is widely regarded as the most striking coloration among pygmy angelfishes. Adults reach approximately 10 cm; a minimum 150-litre tank is recommended. It may nip at coral polyps and invertebrates, requiring caution in reef aquariums. Highly territorial with conspecifics and congeners — solitary keeping is standard. Relatively hardy among dwarf angels, but sensitive to sudden water parameter changes. Specimens from Hawaii and the Marshall Islands are especially prized for their vivid coloration.
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Basic Info
Origin
Tropical coral reefs of the Pacific and central Pacific Ocean
Lifespan
5-10 years
Size
8-10cm
Temperature
23〜26℃
Diet
Pellets, frozen food, algae
Care Guide
Tank
150L+ recommended
Water Quality
Stable water quality required
Care Specifications
- pH
- 8.1–8.4
- Water Temp.
- 22–26℃
- Specific Gravity
- 1.02–1.025
- Salinity
- 33–35 ppt
- Min. Tank
- 265 L
Semi-aggressiveWith caution
Sources: LiveAquaria
References & Sources
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Regulations & Conservation Status
Not CITES-listed
Sources: CITES Appendices (species not listed) / 環境省 特定動物リスト / 環境省 特定外来生物等一覧
Regulations may change. Always verify the latest information with the relevant authorities.
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