Fiji Yellow Angel (Centropyge flavicauda)

The Fiji Yellow Angelfish (Centropyge flavicauda) is a striking dwarf angelfish known for its bright yellow tail contrasted against a deep blue-to-black body. This small but vibrant fish is native to the reefs of Fiji and the Indo-Pacific, where it thrives among coral structures. Hardy, active, and reef-safe with caution, the Fiji Yellow Angel is an excellent choice for aquarists looking to add a splash of colour to their marine aquarium.

Key Features:

• Scientific Name: Centropyge flavicauda
• Common Name: Fiji Yellow Angelfish, Yellowtail Pygmy Angelfish
• Size: Typically grows up to 3 inches in length
• Diet: Omnivorous; thrives on a varied diet of marine pellets, algae-based foods, and live or frozen foods such as mysis shrimp and brine shrimp
• Temperament: Semi-aggressive; best housed with similarly tempered species
• Habitat: Ideal for reef or fish-only tanks with ample live rock for grazing and hiding
• Care Level: Easy to Moderate; suitable for aquarists of all experience levels

Why Choose the Fiji Yellow Angelfish (Centropyge flavicauda)?

The Fiji Yellow Angelfish is an excellent choice for aquarists looking for a colourful, hardy, and active dwarf angelfish. Its stunning contrast of deep blue and bright yellow makes it a standout in any tank, while its small size ensures compatibility with a variety of setups. This species is reef-safe with caution, as it may occasionally nip at soft corals or invertebrates, though many aquarists successfully keep them in reef tanks without issues.

Care Tips:

• Water Parameters: Maintain stable water conditions with a temperature of 75°F - 80°F (24°C - 27°C), pH between 8.1 - 8.4, and salinity levels of 1.023 - 1.025. Regular water changes and strong filtration are essential for this species.
• Feeding: Fiji Yellow Angelfish require a varied diet of marine algae, spirulina, high-quality pellets or flakes, and live or frozen foods such as mysis shrimp and brine shrimp. Feed 2-3 times daily in small portions.
• Tank Setup: A tank of at least 30 gallons is recommended. Provide plenty of live rock for grazing and hiding, along with open swimming areas.
• Behaviour: Semi-aggressive and territorial, especially toward other dwarf angelfish. It is best kept singly unless housed in a larger tank with carefully introduced tank mates.

Perfect for Reef and Community Tanks:

The Fiji Yellow Angelfish is a dazzling and engaging addition to marine aquariums, offering vibrant colouration, active movement, and natural algae-grazing behaviour. With proper tank mate selection and monitoring, it can be a fantastic addition to a reef setup.

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