Can a Golden Angelfish Live With a Pygmy (Cherub) Angelfish?
~ Possible with cautionVerdict from our compatibility engine, assuming a typical 90-gallon reef tank. Score: 51/100.
Why
- Known conflict: Dwarf angels (Centropyge) fight over territory unless the tank is 125g+
It can work if…
- Known incompatibility — these species are documented to conflict
Both species at a glance
Golden Angelfish
Centropyge aurantia
- Aggression:
- peaceful
- Min tank:
- 70 gallons
- Reef safe:
- caution
- Diet:
- omnivore
Pygmy (Cherub) Angelfish
Centropyge argi
- Aggression:
- semi-aggressive
- Min tank:
- 50 gallons
- Reef safe:
- caution
- Diet:
- omnivore