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Multicolor Angelfish (Centropyge multicolor) - Saltwater Aquarium Fish

🐠 Multicolor Angelfish (Centropyge multicolor)

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🐠 Multicolor Angelfish (Centropyge multicolor)

Marine Angelfish • Coral Reef Grazer • Reef-Associated

 

📋 The Multicolor Angelfish (Centropyge multicolor) is a breathtaking dwarf angel known for its vibrant patchwork of yellow, white, blue, and orange, giving it a painterly appearance. Native to the deep coral slopes of the Central Pacific, this species is found in tranquil reef environments up to 60 meters deep.

Its body features a creamy white center framed by bright yellow, with a contrasting blue-purple rear and a vivid orange face. This spectacular combination of colors makes it one of the most desirable dwarf angelfish for collectors.

Hardy, active, and generally peaceful, the Multicolor Angelfish adapts well to community or reef tanks when introduced to mature, rock-rich environments. It’s an excellent showpiece fish for aquarists seeking something truly unique and radiant.

 

💡 Highlights

Vibrant coloration: yellow, white, orange, and blue hues
Rare Central Pacific species: found around Palau and the Marshall Islands
📏 Compact but bold: grows up to 10 cm (4")
Reef compatible: safe with most corals under observation
🐠 Active and hardy: adapts well to established reef aquariums

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🧾 A Quick Look at the Multicolor Angelfish

 

📛 Common Name: Multicolor Angelfish
🔬 Scientific Name: Centropyge multicolor
👨‍👩‍👧 Family: Pomacanthidae
🌍 Origin: Central Pacific (Marshall Islands, Palau, Cook Islands)
📏 Max Size: 10 cm (≈ 4")
💧 pH Range: 8.0 – 8.4
🌡️ Temperature Range: 24 – 27 °C (75 – 81 °F)
🧠 Care Level: Moderate
💖 Temperament: Semi-aggressive; peaceful toward non-similar fish
🪸 Reef Safe: ✅ Yes – with caution; may nip at coral polyps
🏠 Min Tank Size: 180 L (48 US gallons)
📌 Tank Level: Middle to lower regions
🧬 Captive Bred: ❌ No
🌿 Wild Caught: ✅ Yes – sustainably collected from Pacific reefs
Lifespan: 6–8 years
🍽️ Diet: Omnivore (algae, sponges, mysis shrimp, marine pellets)
🐣 Reproduction: Pair or harem spawner; protogynous hermaphrodite

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