Centropyge loriculus

Flame Angelfish

Dwarf Flame Angelfish

Flame Angel

 

Physical
Size:10.39 cm (4.09 in.)     Stocking Density Calculator
Compatability:Semi-aggressive
Reef Safe
May pick at hard and soft corals as well as clams.
Is known to be agressive towards members of the same species.
Minimum Tank Size:30 Gallons (113.56) Liters
Ease of Keeping:2 - 3

Water Conditions
Type:Saltwater
Temperature:76.75° F (24.86° C)
pH:8.23
General Hardness (GH):10
Salinity:1.022

Living
Food Preference:Omnivorous.
Frozen marine foods, live food, or flakes.
A diet in sponge based materials may be appreciated.
Dried algae may need to be supplemented if there is not enough algae in the tank.
Swimming Level:All Levels
Schooling:Harem
Minimum School Size:3
Setup:Moderate to high water movement.
Plenty of live rock is a must for grazing and hiding purposes.
Quarantining before adding to the main tank is a must.
Distribution:South Pacific and Western Pacific.
Fiji, Melanesia.
Hawaii, Australia, Coral Sea, Great Barrier Reef, and the Christmas Islands.

Breeding
Ease of Breeding:4 - 5
Sexing:Males may be a bit larger and somewhat more colorful.
Spawning Type:Egg Layer
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Sources:http://www.fishlore.com
http://www.liveaquaria.com
http://www.themarinecenter.com
http://www.aboutfishonline.com
http://animal-world.com
http://saltwater.tropicalfishandaquariums.com
http://en.wikipedia.org

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