Woodhead’s Angelfish (Centropyge woodheadi)

Quick Stats:
Care Level: Moderate | Temperament: Semi-aggressive | Color Form: Black, Yellow | Diet: Omnivore | Reef Compatible: With Caution | Water Conditions: sg 1.020?1.025, 72?78? F, dKH 8?12, pH 8.1?8.4 | Max. Size: 5″ | Family: Pomacanthidae | Minimum Tank Size: 50 gallons | Compatibility: View Chart

Overview
The Woodhead’s Angelfish was recently described as a new species of Pygmy Angelfish. Formerly known as the Yellow & Black Heraldi Angelfish, this fish is bright yellow with a jet black stripe on the rear half of the dorsal fin. This unique fish is found in the pristine waters of the South Pacific this unique angelfish will make a wonderful addition to the established marine aquarium.
The Woodhead’s Angelfish requires a 70 gallon or larger aquarium with hiding places and large amounts of live rock to graze on the microalgae growth. In the reef aquarium, this species may nip at large-polyped stony corals and clam mantles.

The diet of the Woodhead’s Angelfish should include Spirulina, marine algae, high-quality angelfish preparations, mysis or frozen shrimp, and other meaty items.

Approximate Purchase Size: Small: 1″ to 1-3/4″; Medium: 1-3/4″ to 2-1/2″; Large: 2-1/2″ to 3-1/2″