Description

Overview

Everything you need to know about Blue Angelfish, at a glance:

• Common Names: Colour/pattern plus. Angel
• Scientific Name: Pterophyllum scalare
• Max Size: ~12cm
• Temperature Range: 24-30°C
• pH Range: 6-8
• Compatibility: Safe for community set-ups, though be cautious stocking Angelfish in aquariums with nano fish
• Plant Safe: Yes
• Area Of Origin: South America; Amazon Basin, Orinoco Basin
• Suitable Foods: Omnivorous, variety of meaty and veggie foods in pellet/flake form, occasional live foods such as mysis and brineshrimp
• Special Requirements: Keep in mixed groups or male-female pairs, provide lots of hiding places in the form of rocks, wood, and plants, avoid keeping Angelfish with notorious fin-nippers