Assorted Angelfish

Angel fish is one of the most popular types of tropical aquarium fish is the angelfish, a type of freshwater cichlid.

Angel fish are very popular in the hobby of keeping freshwater aquariums because of their distinctive beauty, which includes tall, pointed fins and shimmering scales.

Angel fish are not only lovely to look at, but they are also enjoyable to raise. If you’ve ever considered raising freshwater angelfish, take the time to familiarise yourself with the species so you can set up your tank to suit their requirements.

Angel fish is also known as Pterophyllum scalare,it is a type of cichlid that is indigenous to South America. Generally speaking, these fish can be found in the Rio Oyapock, Rio Essequibo, and the Amazon proper, as well as in Colombia, Guyana, French Guiana, Peru, and Brazil. This species can grow to a maximum total length of 6 inches and a maximum height of 8 inches.

They display a laterally compressed body structure, which indicates that they are quite slender, like the majority of cichlids. These fish are available in a wide range of hues, including plain silver, colored stripes, and black-and-silver marble. Freshwater angelfish tend to coexist peacefully as a species, although they may not get along with very small species.

I. Size

• Average Adult Size: 4 – 6 inches
• Maximum Adult Size:  7 inches (18 cm) long and 10-13 inches (25-33 cm) high
• Swimming Level: lower levels 

II. You would love the fish because…

Angel fish have long, wing-like fins and originate from freshwater rivers in South America.

Because the term “angelfish” can be confusing due to the existence of marine angelfish in the saltwater aquarium industry. P. altum, the largest species, P. leopoldi, the rarest species to see in fish markets, and P. scalare the three species of angelfish that are now recognized (the most available species found in pet stores).

 III. Is this fish species peaceful or hostile?

• Recommended: 4
• Recommended Male/Female – 1: 2
• Overall friendliness : Peaceful
• Friendliness with own kind: Peaceful
• Friendliness with other species: Peaceful as long as it has plenty of space.

IV. Species compatibility

• Boesemani Rainbow Fish
• Corydoras Catfish
• Dwarf Gourami
• Praecox Rainbow Fish
• Zebra Loaches
• Platies
• Mollies
• Kribensis

V. How to feed this species?

Angelfish consume a lot of meat-based foods in their diet. Cichlid flakes and pellets should make up most of their food. However, add living items to the diet as a supplement. In addition to small insects and crustaceans, angelfish may eat brine shrimp, white worms, bloodworms, mealworms, and other worms.

Recommended food

•  TetraMin Plus Fish Food

• Aqueon Tropical Flakes Freshwater Fish Food

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