Coral Beauty Angelfish (Centropyge bispinosa)
The Coral Beauty Angelfish is one of the most popular dwarf angels in the hobby — and for good reason. With its deep royal blue body and vibrant orange to yellow highlights, this fish brings serious colour and personality to your tank without needing a massive footprint.
Hardy, active, and constantly grazing, it’s a perfect choice for hobbyists looking to step up from beginner fish into something with a bit more presence.
🔥 Why You’ll Love It
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Striking Colouration – Deep blues with glowing orange/yellow highlights
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Active Personality – Always moving, grazing, and exploring
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Hardy Dwarf Angel – One of the more forgiving angelfish species
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Great Focal Fish – Adds instant visual interest to your tank
📊 Care & Requirements
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Minimum Tank Size: 70 gallons (250L+)
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Temperament: Semi-aggressive
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Reef Safe: ❌ Not recommended (may nip corals)
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Diet: Omnivore (heavy algae component)
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Max Size: ~10 cm
🌿 Tank Setup
This species thrives in a well-established aquarium with:
- Plenty of live rock for grazing
- Multiple hiding spots and caves
- Stable water parameters
They are constant pickers, so a mature tank with natural algae growth is a big advantage.
🍽 Feeding
A varied diet is key to long-term success:
- Spirulina and marine algae
- High-quality angelfish preparations
- Mysis shrimp and other frozen foods
- Occasional meaty foods for protein
Feed 1–2 times daily to maintain health and colour.
⚠️ Reality Check
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Not reef safe – Known to nip at both soft and stony corals
- Can become territorial, especially in smaller tanks
- Best kept as a single dwarf angel unless tank size allows
