Angelfish
Pterophyllum scalare
Tall, elegant cichlids that grow surprisingly large. Angelfish will eat small tetras and long-finned fish may be nipped — choose tank mates bigger than their mouth.
Adult size
6"
Tank
30 gal min · 55 gal better
Temperature
76–84°F
pH
6–7.5 · Soft to moderate
Group
Keep 2+ together
Diet
omnivore
Care level
moderate
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