Boyle's Angelfish (Centropyge boylei)
Fish in the family Pomacanthidae. Moderate care. Reef Safe with Caution.
Quick facts
Appearance
Boyle's Angelfish is a small, vibrant pomacanthid with a deep blue to dark purple body and striking yellow-orange vertical stripes running along the flanks. The dorsal and anal fins display yellow and blue coloration. Juveniles tend to show more vivid coloration than adults, which may develop darker, more subdued tones over time.
Diet and feeding
Feed a varied diet of high-quality marine flakes, small pellets, and frozen foods including mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, and finely chopped seaweed or spirulina. Offer 2-3 times daily in small portions to maintain water quality.
Difficulty and care for the Boyle's Angelfish
Moderate - Requires some experience due to specific dietary water or tank requirements. Best suited for intermediate aquarists.
Common health issues
Ich, fin rot, bacterial infections
Origin and habitat
Indo-Pacific region, found in coral reef environments from the Philippines and Indonesia to the Great Barrier Reef and southern Japan.
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