Cherub Pygmy Angelfish

• ExerciseHigh

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

• GroomingRoutine tank care

  Weekly partial water changes keep them in top shape.

• 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 Cherub or Pygmy Angelfish (Centropyge argi) hails from the Caribbean and western Atlantic and reaches only about 6-7 cm, the smallest of the angelfish. Deep blue with a bright orange-yellow face, it is hardy, captive-bred with some regularity, and among the least likely dwarf angels to bother corals. Keep in a 75-litre (20-gallon) or larger reef tank with plenty of live rock caves, at 24-26C, salinity 1.024-1.026, pH 8.1-8.4. Feed a varied diet of marine algae, spirulina, mysis, and small pellets. Despite its size it is feisty and territorial, so add it after calmer fish and provide ample hiding spaces. It is an excellent, generally reef-safe choice for nano and mid-size reef aquariums.

• How active is a Cherub Pygmy Angelfish?

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

• How much maintenance does a Cherub Pygmy Angelfish need?

  Routine tank care. Weekly partial water changes keep them in top shape.

• What tank size does a Cherub Pygmy Angelfish need?

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

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

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

• How long do Cherub Pygmy Angelfish live?

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

• What health issues affect the Cherub Pygmy 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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