Pearlscale Angelfish
(Centropyge vroliki)

Description

Pearlscale Angelfish: Vibrant Beauty for Your Marine Aquarium

Add a splash of contrasting color and dynamic personality to your saltwater tank with the captivating Pearlscale Angelfish. A truly elegant dwarf angelfish for discerning aquarists.

Overview

The Pearlscale Angelfish (*Centropyge vroliki*) showcases a striking bicolor pattern, with its anterior two-thirds a pale grey or pearl-white, gradually fading into a deep black towards the rear. Its dorsal, anal, and caudal fins are delicately outlined in a vibrant blue, enhancing its allure. This active dwarf angelfish typically patrols rocky areas and live rock, displaying curious and engaging behavior as it grazes.

Care Level

Considered a moderate care species, the Pearlscale Angelfish thrives in established marine environments. While generally peaceful, it can exhibit semi-aggressive tendencies towards other dwarf angelfish or similar-bodied tank mates, especially in smaller aquariums. Compatible tank mates include non-aggressive community fish such as clownfish, gobies, and small wrasses. Caution is advised in reef systems as it may nip at soft corals, LPS, and clam mantles if not adequately fed.

Tank Essentials

A minimum aquarium size of 190 litres (≈50 gallons) is recommended to provide ample swimming space and reduce potential aggression. Your aquarium should feature abundant live rock with crevices and hiding spots. Maintain stable water parameters: pH 8.1–8.4 and a temperature range of 22–27°C.

Diet

As an omnivore, the Pearlscale Angelfish primarily feeds on algae and sponges in its natural habitat. In your aquarium, offer a varied diet including high-quality marine algae, spirulina-based flakes, mysis shrimp, and other fortified frozen foods. Feeding 2-3 times daily is crucial to ensure proper nutrition and minimize nipping at corals.

Why Buy From Us

When you choose to buy Pearlscale Angelfish online from Corais de Vidro, you’re investing in healthy, responsibly sourced marine fish. We prioritize the well-being of our aquatic livestock through meticulous quarantine protocols and humane shipping practices, ensuring your new healthy marine fish arrives in prime condition, ready to thrive in your home aquarium.

• Scientific Name: Centropyge vroliki
• Common Name / Variant: Pearlscale Angelfish / Halfback Angelfish
• Maximum Size: 12 cm
• Origin: Western Pacific (Christmas Island, Sumatra to Marshall Islands, Vanuatu, Japan, Lord Howe Island)
• pH Range: 8.1–8.4
• Temperature: 22–27°C
• Lifespan: 6–10 years
• Swimming Zone: Mid | Bottom

Bring the captivating beauty of the Pearlscale Angelfish to your reef or fish-only system today!