These are juveniles of a rather attractive angelfish. As the fish age, they will get a higher orange percentage on their body. A very attractive fish for your home community setup.
What We Like About This Fish:
- Very elegant appearance and behavior
- Extra tall body shape
- Possible to breed in the aquarium
- Excellent centerpiece fish for the heavily planted aquarium
- Thrives in the planted aquarium
RECOMMENDED TANK PARAMETERS:
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Temperature: 76° - 86° F (24° - 30° C)
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pH: 6.0 - 7.4
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KH: 0 – 15 KH
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Minimum tank size: 40 gallons for a pair, but a larger tank is required for a group. The tall body shape of this fish must be considered regarding the height of its tank.
CARE GUIDELINES:
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Diet: Omnivorous. A variety of high-quality dry, frozen, and live foods is necessary for optimal health and coloration.
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Social behavior: Shoaling. Generally peaceful, but can be territorial during spawning.
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Origin: Tank-bred, but indigenous to Northern South America
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Average adult size: 6 inches (15 cm) long, 8+ inches (20+ cm) tall
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Average purchase size: Juvenile - 1-1.5 inches (2.5–3.8 cm), Subadult - 2-3 inches (5-7.6 cm)
