Pygmy Yellowtail Angelfish

Centropyge flavicauda

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Suggested Tank

70+ gallons

Max Size

3 inches

Difficulty

Medium

Temperament

Semi-Aggressive

Description

The Pygmy Yellowtail Angelfish is a vibrant, tropical fish known for its striking yellow tail and blue body. It is a popular choice for aquarium enthusiasts due to its small size and colorful appearance.

Reef Safe

With caution. While it may nip at soft and stony polyp corals, clam mantles, and large-polyped stony corals, it is generally safe with more robust corals and invertebrates.

Environment

The Pygmy Yellowtail Angelfish needs plenty of hiding spots and live rock for grazing. It prefers a well-lit tank with moderate to strong water movement.

Behavior

This fish is semi-aggressive. It can be territorial, especially towards other angelfish, but is typically peaceful with other species.

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Centropyge flavicauda

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