The Midnight Angelfish also known as the Nox Angelfish is a sleek, enigmatic dwarf species highly valued by hobbyists who appreciate understated elegance. It features a solid, uniform jet-black coloration across its entire body and fins, occasionally revealing a subtle blue sheen under specific lighting. Because of its dark aesthetic, it creates a stunning contrast against vibrant corals and live rock. It tends to be slightly more secretive than other dwarf angels, thriving best in a quiet, mature aquarium with complex rock structures to explore.
| Attribute |
Detail |
| Scientific Name |
Centropyge nox |
| Care Level |
Easy to Moderate |
| Temperament |
Semi-aggressive |
| Diet |
Omnivore (Microalgae, spirulina, mysis shrimp, pellets) |
| Temperature |
22°C – 26°C |
| pH Range |
8.1 – 8.4 |
| Minimum Tank Size |
120 Litres |
| Reef Compatible |
With Caution (May nip at stony corals or clam mantles) |