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Full Black Angelfish (Group of 3)

Full Black Angelfish (Group of 3)

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Angelfish are a hardy, popular species found in rivers all throughout South America, primarily the Amazon River and its tributaries. This family of aquarium fish all have the tall, wing-size fins giving the fish their namesake. Full black angels are bred to show a smoky to solid dark black body and fins, which makes a remarkable contrast in a planted aquarium. Our black angelfish are captive-bred in the USA and in Taiwan.

Quick Facts

Scientific Name Pterophyllum scalare
Origin Amazon basin (bred in the USA and Taiwan)
Care Level Easy, good for beginners
Temperament Semi-aggressive (territorial when pairing)
Adult Size Up to 6" long and 8" tall
Lifespan 10+ years
Diet Omnivore
Water Temperature 75–82°F
pH 6.0–7.5
Group Size Sold as a group of 3
Shipping Size Approx. 1–4"

Care Guide

Tank setup: Give them tall plants or driftwood, a heater and a gentle filter.

Feeding: Feed a quality flake or small pellet once or twice a day, only as much as they eat in a couple of minutes. They also enjoy frozen foods like bloodworms and brine shrimp.

Tankmates: Choose peaceful fish too large to swallow, such as larger tetras, corydoras, plecos, rams, gouramis and peaceful barbs. Avoid fin-nippers like tiger barbs, and small fish like neon tetras that adult angels may eat.

Breeding: Angelfish pair off and lay eggs on flat surfaces like broad leaves or slate. A breeding pair can become territorial, so give them room and places for other fish to retreat.

Good to know: In a group, two angelfish often pair off and claim part of the tank. If a pair forms and starts chasing the others, add more hiding places or rehome the extras.

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