Is the Colin’s Angelfish (Centropyge colini) reef safe?

Yes – it’s considered one of the most peaceful and reef-safe dwarf angelfish species.

What is the minimum tank size for a Colin’s Angelfish (Centropyge colini)?

At least 180 L (48 US gallons), with plenty of shaded rock structures.

Can Colin’s Angelfish be kept with other angelfish?

Only in large aquariums (300+ L) and with very peaceful companions.

What foods does the Colin’s Angelfish prefer?

A mixed omnivorous diet with sponges, mysis shrimp, and algae-based foods.

Is the Colin’s Angelfish suitable for beginners?

No – it’s best for experienced aquarists due to its shy nature and deep-water needs.

🐠 Colin's Angelfish (Centropyge colini)

Name: 🐠 Colin's Angelfish (Centropyge colini)
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🐠 Colin's Angelfish (Centropyge colini)

Marine Angelfish • Deep Reef Grazer • Cryptic Reef Dweller

📋 The Colin's Angelfish (Centropyge colini) is a rare, deep-water dwarf angelfish admired for its subtle pastel coloration and graceful demeanor. Its body is a soft golden-yellow blending into lavender-blue tones toward the fins — a gentle beauty that glows under subdued lighting.

Found on deep reef slopes between 60–90 meters (200–300 feet), this shy species prefers shaded rockwork and low-light environments, making it best suited for calm, mature aquariums. The Colin’s Angelfish thrives in peaceful community setups where it can forage on microalgae and sponges among live rock.

Its rarity, elegance, and serene presence make it one of the most sought-after deep-water angelfish for advanced marine hobbyists.

💡 Highlights

✨ Rare species: found only in deep reef environments
⚪ Elegant coloration: soft golden-yellow with lavender-blue shading
📏 Compact size: grows up to 9 cm (3.5")
✅ Reef compatible: excellent for peaceful reef tanks
🐠 Graceful and shy: ideal for quiet, dimly lit aquariums

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🧾 A Quick Look at the Colin’s Angelfish

📛 Common Name: Colin’s Angelfish
🔬 Scientific Name: Centropyge colini
👨‍👩‍👧 Family: Pomacanthidae
🌍 Origin: Western Pacific (Fiji, Palau, Solomon Islands, Indonesia)
📏 Max Size: 9 cm (≈ 3.5")
💧 pH Range: 8.0 – 8.4
🌡️ Temperature Range: 24 – 27 °C (75 – 81 °F)
🧠 Care Level: Advanced
💖 Temperament: Shy and peaceful
🪸 Reef Safe: ✅ Yes – excellent for peaceful reef systems
🏠 Min Tank Size: 180 L (48 US gallons)
📌 Tank Level: Middle to lower regions, prefers shaded rockwork
🧬 Captive Bred: ❌ No
🌿 Wild Caught: ✅ Yes – sustainably collected from deep reef slopes
⏳ Lifespan: 6–8 years
🍽️ Diet: Omnivore (sponges, tunicates, mysis shrimp, algae)
🐣 Reproduction: Pair spawners; protogynous hermaphrodites