Angelfish

Pterophyllum scalare

The graceful, tall-finned cichlid — peaceful for a cichlid, but it will eat tiny fish.

Water

Freshwater

Temperature

76–84°F

pH

6–7.5

Hardness

3–15 dGH

Max size

6 in

Min tank

30 gal

Temperament

Semi-aggressive

Social

Groups (5+)

Swim level

All

Diet

Omnivore

Care level

Intermediate

Lifespan

8-10 years

Breeding

Egg-depositor

Suitability

Common

Origin

Amazon basin

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Longfin Koi Angelfish

$18.00

Angelfish are stately and community-friendly with appropriately sized tankmates, but neon tetras and other tiny fish can become snacks. They need height for their fins and form pairs as they mature.