Nahacky's Angelfish (Centropyge nahackyi)
Fish in the family Pomacanthidae. Expert care. Reef Safe with Caution.
Quick facts
Appearance
Elongated oval body, primarily blue-green with yellow or orange bars along sides and a white bar on tail base; distinctive dark eye mask present.
Diet and feeding
Marine algae, foraminifera, coral polyps, benthic invertebrates, marine worms, zooplankton, brine shrimp, mysis shrimp, rotifers
Difficulty and care for the Nahacky's 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 Disease, Bacterial Infections, Parasitic Infestations
Origin and habitat
Centropyge nahackyi is naturally found in the Western Pacific Ocean, specifically along the coastlines of Indonesia, the Philippines, and the Marshall Islands. This species typically inhabits reef environments at depths ranging from 5 to 30 meters.
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