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About Japanese Pygmy Angelfish
A small, deep-bodied angelfish with predominantly yellow coloration on the head and body, interrupted by vertical dark blue or black bars that give it its species name. It has a blue-ringed eye and blue markings along the gill covers and fins. Adults typically reach 3 inches.
Key facts
- Reef safety
- Reef Safe with Caution
- Family
- Pomacanthidae
- Water Parameters
- Temperature: 72-78°F pH: 8.1-8.3 Salinity: 1.023-1.025
- Diet
- omnivore
- Care Requirements
- • Minimum 50 gallon tank • Maintain temperature 72–78°F and salinity 1.023–1.025 • Provide abundant live rock and hiding places; this species is somewhat reclusive • Feed a varied omnivorous diet including high-quality flaked foods, small frozen foods (mysis shrimp, brine shrimp), and occasional vegetable matter • May be territorial toward conspecifics and similar-sized fish; best kept singly or in larger systems
- Common Health Issues
- Ich (marine white spot disease), fin rot, parasitic infections, nutritional deficiencies if diet is inadequate
- Care Level
- Moderate
- Temperament
- Semi Aggressive
- Min tank size
- 50 gallons
- Appearance
- A small, deep-bodied angelfish with predominantly yellow coloration on the head and body, interrupted by vertical dark blue or black bars that give it its species name. It has a blue-ringed eye and blue markings along the gill covers and fins. Adults typically reach 3 inches.
- Difficulty Level
- Moderate - Requires some experience due to specific dietary water or tank requirements. Best suited for intermediate aquarists.
- Diet Details
- Offer high-quality marine flaked food supplemented with small frozen prey items (mysis shrimp, brine shrimp) 2–3 times daily. Include occasional vegetable matter or macroalgae. Feed in small portions to avoid water quality degradation.
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