Woodhead's Angelfish
(Centropyge woodheadi)
Please Note: Due to variations within species, your item may not look identical to the image provided. Approximate size range may also vary between individual specimen.
Please Note: Due to variations within species, your item may not look identical to the image provided. Approximate size range may also vary between individual specimen.
Woodhead's Angelfish
(Centropyge woodheadi)
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Care Level
Moderate
Temperament
Semi-aggressive
Color Form
Black, Yellow
Diet
Omnivore
Reef Compatible
With Caution
Water Conditions
sg 1.020-1.025, 72-78° F, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4
Max. Size
5"
Family
Pomacanthidae
Minimum Tank Size
50 gallons
Compatibility
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Care Level
Moderate
Temperament
Semi-aggressive
Color Form
Black, Yellow
Diet
Omnivore
Reef Compatible
With Caution
Water Conditions
sg 1.020-1.025, 72-78° F, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4
Max. Size
5"
Family
Pomacanthidae
Minimum Tank Size
50 gallons
Compatibility
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Overview
The Woodhead's Angelfish was recently described as a new species of Pygmy Angelfish. Formerly known as the Yellow & Black Heraldi Angelfish, this fish is bright yellow with a jet black stripe on the rear half of the dorsal fin. This unique fish is found in the pristine waters of the South Pacific this unique angelfish will make a wonderful addition to the established marine aquarium.
The Woodhead's Angelfish requires a 70 gallon or larger aquarium with hiding places and large amounts of live rock to graze on the microalgae growth. In the reef aquarium, this species may nip at large-polyped stony corals and clam mantles.
The diet of the Woodhead's Angelfish should include Spirulina, marine algae, high-quality angelfish preparations, mysis or frozen shrimp, and other meaty items.
Approximate Purchase Size: Small: 1" to 1-3/4"; Medium: 1-3/4" to 2-1/2"; Large: 2-1/2" to 3-1/2"