Rusty Angel (Randall & Burgess, 1972)

 Scientific Name  Centropyge ferrugatus
 Diet  Herbivore; algae, sponges, tunicates
 Alt Common Name  Akaharayakko (Jap. 'red belly valet')
 Family  Pomacanthidae
 Origin  W. Pacific
 Aquarist Level  Intermediate
 Reef Safe  With Caution
 Coloration  Orange/Red with dark spots and Blue hightlights
 Disposition  Peaceful except with other dwarf angels
 Hardiness  Moderate
 Compatibility  Peaceful with other species. Aggressive with own species
 Mature Size  4 inches
 Sexual Dimorphism  Males tend to have brighter coloration.

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Notes: Dwarf angels may nip at soft or hard corals.  Caution is advised when adding to a reef aquarium.  This species has been successfully bred in captivity.