Flame Angelfish (Centropyge Loricula)

The Flame Angelfish is a dazzling small marine fish known for its vibrant orange to red coloration and electric blue accents. Its stunning appearance and lively behavior make it a popular choice among aquarists looking to add a splash of color to their marine tanks.

Care Information

• Maximum Size: Up to 5 inches.
• Tank Size: 30 gallons minimum, with plenty of live rock for hiding and grazing.
• Diet: Omnivorous; thrives on a varied diet that includes high-quality marine pellets, spirulina, and small meaty foods like mysis shrimp and brine shrimp.
• Water Temp: 72-78°F.
• Salinity: 1.020-1.025.
• Aggression: Semi-aggressive; can be territorial, especially towards other angelfish.
• Skill Level: Intermediate; requires a well-maintained and stable environment.
• Reef Compatibility: Generally reef-safe, but may nip at soft corals and certain invertebrates.

Color Variation by Locality

• Pacific Ocean: Typically exhibits a bright orange-red coloration with vivid blue trim around the fins and body.
• Hawaiian Variety: May show slightly different patterns or shades, with some individuals having more pronounced blue markings