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Lemonpeel angelfish

Centropyge flavissima
French name : Ange nain jaune (flavissima)

The lemonpeel angelfish is a dwarf marine angelfish in the family Pomacanthidae, found on reefs across the central and western Pacific. It typically inhabits coral-rich lagoons and outer reef slopes. Adults are a vivid, uniform lemon yellow with a blue ring around the eye and blue edging on the gill cover and fins. This clean, bright coloration makes it a standout in aquariums. It is semi-aggressive and territorial, best kept singly per tank unless the system is very large. It needs a mature aquarium of ample size with plenty of live rock for grazing and hiding. It grazes on algae and requires a varied diet including marine algae, spirulina, and meaty foods. It may nip at corals and clams, so caution is advised in reef setups. Suited to intermediate keepers.

Water
Marine
Origin
Reefs, central and western Pacific
Adult size
14 cm
Diet
Omnivore
Temperament
Semi-aggressive
Difficulty
Intermediate
Lemonpeel angelfish (Centropyge flavissima)
Illustration

Water parameters

Temperature23 – 27 °C
pH8 – 8.4
Carbonate hardness (KH)7 – 12 °dKH
Salinity33 – 35 SG

Tank & stocking

Minimum tank volume200 L

“Minimum tank volume” is a reasonable floor, not an absolute limit. The per-individual budget is used by the Aqua app to estimate how heavily a tank is stocked.

Frequently asked questions

What size aquarium does Lemonpeel angelfish need?

Provide at least 200 litres to keep Lemonpeel angelfish in good conditions.

What water parameters does Lemonpeel angelfish need?

A temperature of 23–27 °C, pH 8–8.4, saltwater.

Is Lemonpeel angelfish peaceful or aggressive?

Its temperament is semi-aggressive.

What does Lemonpeel angelfish eat?

Its diet: omnivore.

How big does Lemonpeel angelfish get?

Around 14 cm as an adult.

Is Lemonpeel angelfish suitable for beginners?

Care level: intermediate.

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