Atlantic Pygmy Angel
Centropyge argi
  Emperor Angel

Identification:  Most of the body is dark blue or purple with the head area orange in color.

Maximum Length: Attaining a length of approximately 3 inches.

Origin: Tropical Western Atlantic

Minimum tank size: 30 Gallon

Behavior: The Pygmy Cherub Angel is a medium maintenance fish and may act semi-aggressively toward other fish. It doesn't get along with other dwarf angels.

Feeding and diet:  The Centropyge argi is a omnivore and likes to eat marine algae, mysid shrimp, Spirulina, and other meaty treats.

Reef Compatibility: Keep with caution in a reef aquarium; may eat/nip large-polyped stony corals, soft coral polyps & clam mantles, zoanthids.

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