Nowadays, as with Tropical species, all Marine
fish which we offer for sale are from internationally regulated and
sustainable sources. Many, such as the clown fish, are actually tank
breed, while others, sometimes described as "wild caught", are in
reality from managed reefs something akin to free-range fish farms. The
same is also true for Corals which are now cultured in an eco-friendly
way rather than being plundered from the natural reefs.
Lemonpeel Angel Centropyge flavissima
Bright
yellow body with blue rings around eyes and edges of gill plate, dorsal
and anal fins. Once you have seen a mature specimen you will understand
that no other name would be appropriate. One to three inches in length.
but can reach 5 inches in the wild
Very popular and attractive fish. It is best to select darker yellow
specimens, and avoid ones with a small red sore on its side. As with all
centropyge it will feed on flake foods but will do much better on a
variety of small bite-size frozen foods, such as mysis shrimp. These
fish enjoy having access to hiding places. Tanks with live or decorative
corals and rock are great. Collected often in lagoon and shallow reef
areas. Position the rock openly so as to create many passages.
Will nip at large-polyped stony corals, and clam mantles. Will not
bother invertebrates. May nip at some zoanthids and soft corals. Can be
kept with a wide variety of other fishes, except large, aggressive
predators. A great way to add a splash of yellow to your aquarium. If
you plan to keep other pygmy angels it is best to add them at the same
time.
Scientific Name :
Centropyge flavissima
Common Names :
Lemonpeel Angel
Size :
Up to 5 inches (14 cm)
Origin / Habitat :
Indian Ocean, Indo-west-Pacific
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Bright
yellow body with blue rings around eyes and edges of gill plate, dorsal
and anal fins. Once you have seen a mature specimen you will understand
that no other name would be appropriate. One to three inches in length.
