Description
Centropyge bispinosa, commonly known as the Coral Beauty Angelfish or Dusky Angelfish, is a small, colorful angelfish with a distinctive appearance. They have a bright orange body with vertical blue or purple "tiger" stripes, and a blue-purple head, dorsal, caudal, and anal fins. Their pectoral and pelvic fins are typically yellow or orange.
Key Characteristics:
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Color: Orange body with blue/purple stripes, blue/purple head and fins.
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Size: Reaches up to 4-5 inches (10-12 cm) in length.
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Behavior: Peaceful, but can be territorial with their own kind and other dwarf angelfishes.
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Habitat: Found on outer reef slopes and in rocky areas with hiding spots.
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Diet: Primarily eats algae and detritus.
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Reproduction: Protogynous hermaphrodites, meaning they can change sex.
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Reef Compatibility: Considered reef-safe, but individuals may nip at certain corals, especially soft corals.
Distribution:
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Found in the Indo-Pacific region, including Australia, Japan, the Philippines, and other tropical waters
