This species is known as
Keyhole Angelfish and the correct latin name is
Centropyge tibicen. The family that this fish belongs to is called the
Angelfish family. (
e) It's origin is
Pacific Ocean. (
e)
Character and suggestions regarding care
A semi-aggressive fish.
Keyhole Angelfish can grow up to 19 cm what is approximately 7 inches. In general, 1 specimen requires at least 2280cm
2 of water surface which is approximately 353 square inch. This species will require to be kept in a tank that is medium. (
e) Medium aquariums have at least 113 Litres (30 US Gallons). Large aquariums have at least 265 Litres (70 US Gallons). Very large aquariums have at least 700 Litres (185 US Gallons).
It is not very difficult to keep the Keyhole Angelfish. (
e) The specific gravity (SG) should be between 1,020 and 1,025, the temperature between 23°C (73.4°F) and 26°C (78.8°F). The recommended pH level is between 8.0 and 8.3 since marine fish are used to these levels in general.
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Document modified on Thu Dec 6 11:58:39 UTC 2007
Document created on Thu Dec 6 11:58:39 UTC 2007
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