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64- Common NamesCherubfish, Atlantic Pygmy Angelfish
- Conservation StatusLeast Concern
- DifficultyChallenging
- HardinessModerate
- Liters per Fish75 L
- OriginWestern Atlantic Ocean
- pH8.1 - 8.4
- PopularityPopular
- RarityUncommon
- Temperature22.0 - 27.0 °C
- Territorial BehaviourHighly Territorial
- VibrancyVery Vibrant
Please note: These values are based on the average of various confirmed sources.
More about Pygmy angelfish
The Cherubfish, or Pygmy Angelfish (Centropyge argi), is a brightly colored marine fish featuring shades of blue with orange highlights around the face and eyes. It originates from the Western Atlantic, extending from Bermuda to the Gulf of Mexico and Brazil. This small angelfish has a compact body shape typical of its genus. It is a popular choice in the aquarium hobby due to its vibrant coloration and manageable size, making it well-suited for home aquariums.