Multicolor Angelfish (Centropyge multicolor)

Minimum Tank Size: 70 gallons

Care Level: Moderate

Temperament: Semi-aggressive

Reef Compatible: With Caution

Max. Size: 3½"

Color Form: Black, Blue, Orange, White, Yellow

Diet: Omnivore

The Multicolor Angelfish, also known as the Pastel Pygmy Angelfish or Many-colored Angelfish, is pale peach-orange to yellow. Black speckles on a background of blue highlight an area just behind the eyes.It is a very attractive fish, though not as flashy as some of the other angels. Although its body color is a creamy on top, getting yellow towards its belly, it has an assortment of rich color accents.

This Multicolor Pygmy Angelfish is a very active swimmer but does like to dart into secret places. It will need plenty of swimming space along with lots of rockwork with many nooks and crannies for hiding. It is a hardy aquarium inhabitant once it is acclimated.

It can definitely be kept in a fish only aquarium. A reef environment is actually ideal for it, but as with most of the pygmy angelfish it may damage some of the stony and soft coral species. This is an individual behavior with each fish having its own tendencies. If you wish to try it in a reef keep, you'll want to keep a close eye on your corals and see how your fish will react to it.