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Pygmy Yellowtail Angelfish
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Pygmy Yellowtail Angelfish

Centropyge fisheri

One of the smallest members of the Centropyge genus, the Pygmy Yellowtail Angelfish rarely grows to over two inches. Also known as the Royal Blue Pygmy Angelfish, Damsel Angelfish, Whitetail Pygmy Angelfish, Pygmy Yellowfin, or Pygmy Yellowtail Angelfish, its body and face are primarily blue and the
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Compatibility at a Glance

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

Pygmy Yellowtail 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:
semi-aggressive
Swimming Zone:
Surface
Midwater
Bottom
midwater
Minimum Tank:
50 gallons
Schooling:
No
Diet:
omnivore
Safety:
~Reef (caution)
Coral
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Compatibility with Popular Tankmates

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Tank Compatibility