Half Black Angelfish

Half Black Angelfish

Centropyge vroliki

Also known as: Pearlscale Angelfish, Vroliki Angelfish

🧂 Saltwater ⚡ Semi-aggressive 🟢 Easy 🍽️ Omnivore Reef Safe (Caution)

A hardy dwarf angelfish with a pearly gray front half transitioning to solid black on the rear half, with orange highlights on the face. One of the hardiest Centropyge species available.

Tank Size

30 gal
minimum (55+ preferred)

Temperature

74–82°F
23–28°C

pH Range

8.1–8.4
water acidity

Max Size

4"
10.2 cm

Lifespan

5-7 years
typical in captivity

Swim Level

Middle
preferred zone

Care Notes

Excellent beginner dwarf angel. Less prone to coral nipping than many relatives though still possible. Provide live rock for grazing.

Feeding

Spirulina, marine algae, mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, and angelfish preparations.

Compatible Tank Mates

None identified.

Use Caution With

Ocellaris Clownfish 3" True Percula Clownfish 3" Blue Green Chromis 3" Yellowtail Damselfish 2.5" Blue Tang 12" Yellow Tang 8" Kole Tang 7" Clarkii Clownfish 5" Tomato Clownfish 5" Scopas Tang 8" Naso Tang 18" Convict Tang 8"

Incompatible With

Maroon Clownfish 6" Blue Devil Damselfish 3" Powder Blue Tang 9" Achilles Tang 10" Purple Tang 10" Three Stripe Damselfish 3" Domino Damselfish 5" Four Stripe Damselfish 3" Jewel Damselfish 6" Clown Tang 15" Flame Angelfish 4" Coral Beauty Angelfish 4"

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