Russet Angelfish
Centropyge potteri
- Group: Angelfish
- Typical depth: 5–138 m
- Max size: 12.5 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
Endemic to Hawaiian reefs, this small angelfish picks at algae and detritus across rock, coral and rubble. Pairs are monogamous and spawn at dusk in the week before the full moon, with breeding peaking from December into May.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Acanthuriformes › Pomacanthidae › Centropyge
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 278848.
FAQ
- How deep does the Russet Angelfish live?
- The Russet Angelfish (Centropyge potteri) is typically found at 5–138 m.
- Is the Russet Angelfish dangerous to divers?
- The Russet Angelfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Russet Angelfish get?
- The Russet Angelfish grows to about 12.5 cm.