Bicolor Angelfish

• ExerciseHigh

  A busy, energetic swimmer — keep plenty of open swimming room.

• GroomingAttentive tank care

  Sensitive to water quality — stay on top of testing and maintenance.

• Living spaceNano-tank friendly

  Happy in a small, stable, well-filtered tank.

• Owner experienceSome experience helps

  A little know-how makes life smoother.

• Commitment5–10 years

  Plan for a long, loving relationship.

Health to watch: Ich (white spot) · Fin rot · Parasites

The Bicolor Angelfish (Centropyge bicolor) comes from the Indo-Pacific and reaches about 15 cm, on the larger end for dwarf angels. Its front half and tail are bright yellow while the rear body is deep blue, with a blue 'eyebrow' marking above the eye. It is active and inquisitive but can be a little shy when first introduced. Provide a 190-litre (50-gallon) or larger mature reef tank with generous live rock for grazing and refuge, at 24-26C, salinity 1.024-1.026, pH 8.1-8.4. Feed a varied diet of marine algae, spirulina, mysis, and angelfish foods several times daily. It is reef-safe with caution, as it may nip corals and clams. Add it to an established system and keep only one dwarf angel per tank.

• How active is a Bicolor Angelfish?

  High. A busy, energetic swimmer — keep plenty of open swimming room.

• How much maintenance does a Bicolor Angelfish need?

  Attentive tank care. Sensitive to water quality — stay on top of testing and maintenance.

• What tank size does a Bicolor Angelfish need?

  Nano-tank friendly. Happy in a small, stable, well-filtered tank.

• Is a Bicolor Angelfish a good fit for first-time owners?

  Some experience helps. A little know-how makes life smoother.

• How long do Bicolor Angelfish live?

  5–10 years. Plan for a long, loving relationship.

• What health issues affect the Bicolor Angelfish?

  Keep an eye out for Ich (white spot), Fin rot, Parasites. These are worth raising with your vet, along with any screening they recommend.

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