Nahacky's Angelfish
Centropyge nahackyi
- Group: Angelfish
- Typical depth: 25–75 m
- Max size: 9 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: NT
Nahacky's angelfish keeps to seaward reef slopes over rubble and coral between about 25 and 75 metres, gathering in small groups on broken ground. A nine centimetre fish rated Near Threatened, it is a prize among reef aquarists.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Acanthuriformes › Pomacanthidae › Centropyge
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 278844.
FAQ
- How deep does the Nahacky's Angelfish live?
- The Nahacky's Angelfish (Centropyge nahackyi) is typically found at 25–75 m.
- Is the Nahacky's Angelfish dangerous to divers?
- The Nahacky's Angelfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Nahacky's Angelfish get?
- The Nahacky's Angelfish grows to about 9 cm.