Multibar Angelfish (Paracentropyge multifasciata)
Fish in the family Pomacanthidae. Moderate care. Reef Safe with Caution.
Quick facts
Appearance
A small dwarf angelfish with a deep yellow body marked by six to eight dark blue or black vertical bars. The dorsal and anal fins are yellow with blue banding, and the fish exhibits blue markings on the head and gill covers.
Diet and feeding
Feed a varied diet of high-quality angelfish pellets, small frozen foods (mysis shrimp, copepods), and algae-based supplements. Offer multiple small meals daily to support their planktivorous natural feeding behavior.
Difficulty and care for the Multibar Angelfish
Moderate - Requires some experience due to specific dietary water or tank requirements. Best suited for intermediate aquarists.
Common health issues
Marine ich, Fin Rot, Swim Bladder Disorder, Hole-in-the-Head Disease, Columnaris
Origin and habitat
Indo-Pacific, including Indonesia, Philippines, and surrounding coral reef regions.
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