Pygmy cherub angelfish

[philfishmore1]

I have a fluval evo 13.5. I have had it set up for 3 months now. I had 2 green chromis in it but have taken them out to hopefully put a pygmy angel in the tank. The angelfish is about an in ch maybe an inch n a half in size and lives with many corals with no problems with nipping on them . Is it OK to put a pygmy angel in a nano tank is my question?

 

[PicassoClown04]

Hi! I have a cherub in my 20, I wouldn’t really recommend them for anything smaller than that. They do swim around quite a bit and prefer a long tank. A fish in a tank too small is more likely to start picking at coral and being overly aggressive. Mine hasn’t caused any issues (have a clam, goni, zoas, sps, lps, the works) but I can’t guarantee that a cherub won’t be a problem if it’s stressed due to space

 

[shred5]

While I think a cherub would be ok they can be a little aggressive especially as a tank get smaller.

That said Chromis also can get aggressive so it might be ok.

Chromis actually get pretty big.

 

[philfishmore1]

While I think a cherub would be ok they can be a little aggressive especially as a tank get smaller.

That said Chromis also can get aggressive so it might be ok.

Chromis actually get pretty big.

While I think a cherub would be ok they can be a little aggressive especially as a tank get smaller.

That said Chromis also can get aggressive so it might be ok.

Chromis actually get pretty big.

I only wanted to use the green chromis as my beginner fish for the first couple months since they were inexpensive. I've taken them out and found them a new home. So the angel will alone. So you think it will be alright? Don't worry I hold nobody but myself responsible for all outcomes. Just looking for some educated opinions. Thank you for taking the time to post.

 

[shred5]

I only wanted to use the green chromis as my beginner fish for the first couple months since they were inexpensive. I've taken them out and found them a new home. So the angel will alone. So you think it will be alright? Don't worry I hold nobody but myself responsible for all outcomes. Just looking for some educated opinions. Thank you for taking the time to post.

Yea they are smaller, I think it should be ok but each individual can be different. I do not think any other dwarf angel would be though.
They are easy, hardy and eat prepared food easily.
They also are less likely to bother corals.
I own 3 of them now.

 

[James M]

Not enough room for that fish. They swim a ton. I would look at nano fish

 

[philfishmore1]

Not enough room for that fish. They swim a ton. I would look at nano fish

I appreciate all of the reply. Think ill probably hold off and do a little more researching n shopping. Thanks again guys.

 

[Tamberav]

They are active, it can live in a 13g but won't really thrive.

 

[Miguel Negron]

Damsels and chromis are great beginner fish

 

[Zionas]

They’re a good choice for a first angelfish but yeah agree your tank is too small.

I’ve been on the fence about getting a single Chromis but I only want the Black Axils and not sure if any LFS in my area sell them separately from C. Viridis. Also I’m not sure at what size they start developing that black patch on their pectoral fin. Plus Chromis look too much, well.... like a fish.

 

[nereefpat]

+1 for no. The tank is too small.

 

[Zionas]

For me I’d say these belong in no smaller than a 40 breeder, 55 and upwards is more ideal and only if the tank is 3’ or longer.