African cherubfish
Centropyge acanthops
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The African cherubfish (Centropyge acanthops) is a small saltwater angelfish reaching about 8 cm, found in the western Indian Ocean around the East African coast. It inhabits rubble and coral reef areas and is popular in the marine aquarium trade for its vivid colors.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 8,0 cm |
| Rango de Profundidad | 6-40m |
Habitat & Distribution
Coral reefs
Tipo de Agua
Saltwater
Rango de Profundidad
6-40m
Taxonomy
| Orden | Perciformes (Perch-like fishes) |
| Familia | Pomacanthidae (Angelfishes) |
| Especies | Centropyge acanthops |
Preguntas Frecuentes
How big does African cherubfish get?
African cherubfish can grow up to 8.0 cm long.
Where is African cherubfish found?
Coral reefs
What family does African cherubfish belong to?
African cherubfish (Centropyge acanthops) belongs to the family Pomacanthidae (Angelfishes) in the order Perciformes (Perch-like fishes).
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