Centropyge multicolor

(Randall & Wass, 1974)

Vernacular names
English : Multicolor angelfish
French : Poisson ange nain multicolore

Classification
Class : Teleostei
Order : Acanthuriformes (sometimes still Perciformes)
Family : Pomacanthidae
Notes : No subspecies known.

Identification
The species reaches 9 cm in length. Unmistakable coloration, mostly white to very light beige with yellow and orange tinge on belly. Yellow tail, yellow face, black forehead with bright blue lines. Blackish dorsal and anal fins with blue lines.

Range and habitat
This species is found in the Pacific ocean, from Micronesia to Tonga, east to Society Islands and Hawaii. Lives in steep outer reef slopes with rich coral growth, from 20 to 115 meters deep.

Conservation
IUCN RED LIST : LEAST CONCERN
CITES : Not Listed
Status : The species has a large range but the current status of its populations is unknown. It is believed to be facing no imminent threats.
Ex-Situ Programs : None known

Observation

 

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