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Marble Angelfish
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Marble angelfish are a very popular color variation due to their distinct black and white color pattern and hardy disposition. These fish grow to about six to eight inches in the aquarium. Angelfish are very adaptable to the aquarium environment and will mate when they reach three inches or more.
Quick Facts
| Scientific Name | Pterophyllum scalare |
| Origin | Amazon basin, South America (captive-bred) |
| 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 |
| Shipping Size | Medium: approx. 1–2" · Large: approx. 2–3" · Jumbo: approx. 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: Adult angelfish will eat any fish small enough to fit in their mouths, including neon tetras, so choose tankmates that are too big to swallow.
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