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1 large angelfish
Approximately 5-6” tall.
Pterophyllum Scalare:
These angelfish grow to be approximately 7" tall by 5" long. They require between 7½ to 10 gallons per fish as adults. Due to their height, they will need a deeper tank. You could easily keep 6 angelfish together in a 55 gallon tank, though more space will make for happier angels.
Angelfish originate from South America. They prefer a pH around 6.2 to 6.8 ideally, however, they are quite adaptable. Ours are living in a pH between 7.5 to 8.0 and are doing quite well. They do need warmer temperatures, between 76° - 82° f, or they may become stressed.
Fine grain sand or soft aquarium soil are ideal substrates and live plants are highly recommended. Anacharis and various sword plants are great in angelfish tanks because they are hardy, get tall, grow well with lower light, and tolerate the higher temperatures. Angelfish really enjoy tannins in their water so grab some wood and/or catappa leaves for their tank. An angelfish's natural habitat is surrounded by tall plants and vertical tree roots. Keep this in mind when aquascaping their tank.
Angelfish are carnivores and need a variety of foods including high-quality flakes and pellets, along with a couple of frozen food types. They will also greatly benefit from being offered live foods from time to time.
Despite being cichlids, angelfish are actually a good option for a planted community tank. They pair well with other non-aggressive South American fish that are too big to be eaten by an adult angelfish, such as mid-sized tetras, cories, smaller plecos, mid-sized rasboras, gouramis, and larger livebearers like platies and swordtails. It is not recommended to keep mystery snails with angelfish because the angels will likely pick on them, causing them to stay hidden inside their shells. That said, sometimes nerite snails can be an okay tank mate and good cleanup crew with angelfish because their shells are lower profile and their operculums are stronger.
DOA:
The Live Arrival Guarantee is void if you choose not to buy a cold pack and upgrade to UPS. With the cold pack and UPS, our Live Arrival guarantee covers 1 hour after delivery. Please make sure someone can take your package inside immediately after delivery. In this heat, even the insulated packaging can only do so much. If you have any issues, please message us with pictures asap.
*** If you choose to take your chances and not buy the cold pack and UPS shipping, we cannot guarantee live arrival and will not refund or replace your order. ***
1 large angelfish
Approximately 5-6” tall.
Pterophyllum Scalare:
These angelfish grow to be approximately 7" tall by 5" long. They require between 7½ to 10 gallons per fish as adults. Due to their height, they will need a deeper tank. You could easily keep 6 angelfish together in a 55 gallon tank, though more space will make for happier angels.
Angelfish originate from South America. They prefer a pH around 6.2 to 6.8 ideally, however, they are quite adaptable. Ours are living in a pH between 7.5 to 8.0 and are doing quite well. They do need warmer temperatures, between 76° - 82° f, or they may become stressed.
Fine grain sand or soft aquarium soil are ideal substrates and live plants are highly recommended. Anacharis and various sword plants are great in angelfish tanks because they are hardy, get tall, grow well with lower light, and tolerate the higher temperatures. Angelfish really enjoy tannins in their water so grab some wood and/or catappa leaves for their tank. An angelfish's natural habitat is surrounded by tall plants and vertical tree roots. Keep this in mind when aquascaping their tank.
Angelfish are carnivores and need a variety of foods including high-quality flakes and pellets, along with a couple of frozen food types. They will also greatly benefit from being offered live foods from time to time.
Despite being cichlids, angelfish are actually a good option for a planted community tank. They pair well with other non-aggressive South American fish that are too big to be eaten by an adult angelfish, such as mid-sized tetras, cories, smaller plecos, mid-sized rasboras, gouramis, and larger livebearers like platies and swordtails. It is not recommended to keep mystery snails with angelfish because the angels will likely pick on them, causing them to stay hidden inside their shells. That said, sometimes nerite snails can be an okay tank mate and good cleanup crew with angelfish because their shells are lower profile and their operculums are stronger.
DOA:
The Live Arrival Guarantee is void if you choose not to buy a cold pack and upgrade to UPS. With the cold pack and UPS, our Live Arrival guarantee covers 1 hour after delivery. Please make sure someone can take your package inside immediately after delivery. In this heat, even the insulated packaging can only do so much. If you have any issues, please message us with pictures asap.
*** If you choose to take your chances and not buy the cold pack and UPS shipping, we cannot guarantee live arrival and will not refund or replace your order. ***
