How big is the Flameback angelfish?

Flameback angelfish (Centropyge aurantonotus) reaches 5–8 cm in length.

At what depth can you find the Flameback angelfish?

Flameback angelfish is found between 15–150 m deep.

What is the conservation status of the Flameback angelfish?

IUCN status: Least concern (LC).

Flameback angelfish (Centropyge aurantonotus)

Key facts

Scientific name: Centropyge aurantonotus
Common name: Flameback angelfish
Category: Fish
Family: Pomacanthidae
Genus: Centropyge
Size: 5–8 cm
Depth: 15–150 m
IUCN status: Least concern (LC)
Danger level: Harmless
Habitats: reef
Behaviours: solitary, cryptic
Ocean zones: Caribbean

Description

Centropyge aurantonotus reaches 8 cm. Small dwarf angelfish with a deep purple-blue body and a characteristic vivid flame-orange back covering the dorsal fin. Cryptic in crevices and caves of deep Caribbean and Brazilian coral drop-offs between 15 and 150 m. Rarely seen by recreational divers due to its preferred depth. Valued in the aquarium trade, its deep capture makes the species locally vulnerable.

Photo of Flameback angelfish

Frequently asked questions

How big is the Flameback angelfish?: Flameback angelfish (Centropyge aurantonotus) reaches 5–8 cm in length.
At what depth can you find the Flameback angelfish?: Flameback angelfish is found between 15–150 m deep.
Is the Flameback angelfish dangerous to divers?: Danger level: Harmless.
What is the conservation status of the Flameback angelfish?: IUCN status: Least concern (LC).
Where can you find the Flameback angelfish?: Found in: Caribbean.

Other species in the genus Centropyge

Other species in the family Pomacanthidae

Sources

Taxonomy: WoRMS (AphiaID 278829)
Photos: iNaturalist (CC BY-NC)
Distribution: GBIF (taxonKey 2396519)
Conservation: IUCN Red List
Encyclopedia: Wikipedia