← Back to Species
Golden Angelfish
⏳Under Review

Golden Angelfish

Centropyge aurantia

The Golden Angel, also known as the Aurinatus Angelfish or Velvet Dwarf Angel. This hard to find species is cryptic in nature, making them both difficult to acquire and a prized fish in the hobby. This species is identified by its velvet looking burnt orange/red coloration with thin, broken yellow v
Will it fit your tank? Try the planner →

Compatibility at a Glance

~Reef compatible with caution — monitor closely
✗Not coral compatible — avoid with coral
✓Invertebrates compatible — can be kept with invertebrates

Golden Angelfish is reef safe with caution — most individuals behave in reef tanks, but some may nip at corals or bother invertebrates. Keep well fed and watch closely.

Compatibility

~ Reef Compatible (with caution)✗ Coral Compatible✓ Invertebrate Compatible

Care Parameters

Type:
fish
Aggression:
peaceful
Swimming Zone:
Surface
Midwater
Bottom
midwater
Minimum Tank:
70 gallons
Schooling:
No
Diet:
omnivore
Safety:
~Reef (caution)
✗Coral
✓Invert

Compatibility with Popular Tankmates

Verdicts from our compatibility engine, assuming a typical 90-gallon reef tank. How our engine works →

Tank Compatibility