Care guide, husbandry, breeding, disease, and sourcing intelligence on Eibli Angelfish - written by the Fast Aquatics editorial team.
Eibli Angelfish at a glance
Adult size: 4 inches · Min tank/pond: 55 gallons · Difficulty: intermediate · Diet: omnivore · Lifespan: 5-10 years.
Eibli Angelfish (Centropyge eibli) is a popular saltwater fish in the aquarium and pond hobby. Suitable for keepers with 6-12 months of stable-tank experience.
Where Eibli Angelfish comes from
Eibli Angelfish (Centropyge eibli) is native to Indo-Pacific reef ecosystems. Wild populations distribute across coral reefs from East Africa through Indonesia, the Philippines, and into the western Pacific. Captive-bred Eibli Angelfish is increasingly available and is the more sustainable choice when you can find it.
Eibli Angelfish tank size and setup
Eibli Angelfish requires a minimum of 55 gallons for healthy adults. The minimum is based on 4 inches adult size and territorial range. For Eibli Angelfish, plan a mature reef tank with stable parameters, sand bed, live rock for cover, and reef LED if photosynthetic.
Water parameters for Eibli Angelfish
Eibli Angelfish requires standard reef parameters: temperature 76-80°F, specific gravity 1.025, pH 8.1-8.4, alkalinity 8-9 dKH, calcium 420-450 ppm, magnesium 1300-1400 ppm, ammonia + nitrite 0 ppm, nitrate under 10 ppm. Use a refractometer (not hydrometer) to measure salinity.
What Eibli Angelfish eats
Eibli Angelfish is a omnivore. Provide a varied diet of pellets, frozen foods, and supplemental greens. Feed twice daily in small portions. Browse our food guides for product recommendations.
Eibli Angelfish tankmates and compatibility
Eibli Angelfish is best paired with peaceful reef-tank species in similar size class. Avoid known fin-nippers and large aggressive species.
Eibli Angelfish adult size and lifespan
Eibli Angelfish reaches 4 inches at adulthood with a captive lifespan of 5-10 years with proper care.
Can you breed Eibli Angelfish?
Eibli Angelfish breeding in captivity ranges from straightforward to very difficult. Captive-bred specimens are increasingly available from sustainable aquaculture facilities.
Common Eibli Angelfish diseases and problems
Eibli Angelfish is susceptible to ich, velvet, marine flukes, and bacterial infections. Quarantine new Eibli Angelfish for 4-6 weeks before adding to display.
Where to buy Eibli Angelfish online
Eibli Angelfish is sold at LFS, online retailers, and direct from breeders. Browse live Eibli Angelfish from vetted Fast Aquatics vendors with carrier-tracked overnight shipping, climate-aware hold logic, and a 4-hour DOA window with photo-evidence claims.
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