Pygmy Cherub Angelfish

Pygmy Cherub Angelfish

Centropyge argi

Also known as: Cherub Angel, Pygmy Angel, Atlantic Pygmy Angelfish

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

One of the smallest angelfish species, with a deep blue body and orange-yellow face. Its tiny size makes it suitable for nano reef tanks, though it can still be feisty toward similar-looking fish.

Tank Size

20 gal
minimum (30+ preferred)

Temperature

74–82°F
23–28°C

pH Range

8.1–8.4
water acidity

Max Size

3"
7.6 cm

Lifespan

5–7 years
typical in captivity

Swim Level

Middle
preferred zone

Care Notes

Excellent for smaller marine setups. Provide live rock with plenty of hiding spots. Keep only one dwarf angel per tank. Generally reef-safe but may occasionally nip at coral polyps.

Feeding

Marine algae, spirulina, finely chopped mysis shrimp, and quality pellet food. Grazes on live rock algae between feedings.

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" Convict Tang 8" Azure Damselfish 2.5"

Incompatible With

Maroon Clownfish 6" Blue Devil Damselfish 3" Powder Blue Tang 9" Naso Tang 18" Achilles Tang 10" Purple Tang 10" Three Stripe Damselfish 3" Domino Damselfish 5" Four Stripe Damselfish 3" Jewel Damselfish 6" Blonde Naso Tang 16" Desjardin's Sailfin Tang 16"

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