Koi Angelfish (Group of 3)

Angelfish are a very popular species found in rivers all throughout the Amazon River basin. They are unique in appearance, very thin with long dorsal and ventral fins that can grow more than 6 inches long and 8 inches tall. Freshwater angels come in a variety of colors and patterns and get along with many other species, though it's best to keep them with fish too large for them to eat.

Koi Angelfish have a marble pattern with an orange to red-orange head, named after the pond koi fish with a similar color pattern.

Quick Facts

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.