Pearlscale Angelfish
Centropyge vrolikii
- Group: Angelfish
- Typical depth: 0–30 m
- Max size: 12 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A small dwarf angelfish of coral rich lagoons and seaward reefs, it grazes algae across the bottom. Pairs stay together to breed, and its colours are copied by young mimic surgeonfish that swim alongside it.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Acanthuriformes › Pomacanthidae › Centropyge
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 278853.
FAQ
- How deep does the Pearlscale Angelfish live?
- The Pearlscale Angelfish (Centropyge vrolikii) is typically found at 0–30 m.
- Is the Pearlscale Angelfish dangerous to divers?
- The Pearlscale Angelfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Pearlscale Angelfish get?
- The Pearlscale Angelfish grows to about 12 cm.