Coral Beauty Angel – Centropyge bispinosus

About this fish

Coral Beauty Angel – Centropyge bispinosus is a dwarf angelfish for saltwater aquariums, commonly kept as an active, colorful reef-dweller that adds interest to the rockwork. In practice, it’s used as a display fish in tanks with live rock where it can graze and forage while you provide a varied diet. The scientific name shown in this listing is Centropyge bispinosus, and care below is general guidance for dwarf Centropyge angelfish.

Features:

• Dwarf angelfish temperament: generally best in established aquariums and may show mild territorial behavior, especially toward similar-sized angelfish
• Foraging style: typically grazes on algae film and actively accepts prepared foods when offered consistently
• Diet variety supports health: a mix of meaty foods and algae-based items is commonly used for angelfish
• Reef layout helps: providing ample live rock and open swimming space supports natural behavior
• Tank stability matters: Centropyge angelfish do best with well-maintained, mature water conditions
• Long-term success often depends on feeding frequency and monitoring appetite

Specifications:

• Care level: Intermediate (requires stable, well-maintained saltwater parameters)
• Temperament: Generally semi-aggressive/territorial toward similar fish
• Diet: Omnivore; algae-based foods plus meaty offerings (e.g., frozen/gel/flake pellets formulated for marine angelfish)
• Adult size (typical): About 4–6 in (10–15 cm)
• Temperature: About 72–78°F (22–26°C)
• Salinity: About 1.020–1.026 specific gravity
• pH: About 8.1–8.4