Platinum Angelfish

Remarks: Platinum angelfish (Pterophyllum scalare) are incredibly elegant with with their shimmering, platinum white scales and fins. They lack any markings and really stand out in a tank with their stark coloration.

  Angelfish are easy-going cichlids that do well in almost any community tank. Captive bred specimens can tolerate a wide range of pH values and are typically peaceful enough to be kept with most tetras and other peaceful South American cichlids.

  Breeding Angelfish can often be achieved by giving them a vertical, flat surface to spawn on, such as a leaf of an Amazon Sword or a piece of slate leaning against the wall. Fry will be cared for until a few weeks after they are free swimming, though you can remove the fry or eggs and hatch them artificially if you wish. It is usually best to isolate breeding pairs in their own tank when spawning as they can become territorial.

Scientific Name: Pterophyllum scalare

Common Name: Platinum Angelfish

Max Size: 6"

pH: 6.0-7.5

Hardness: Soft

Temperature: 70-82°

Aggressiveness: Semi-Aggressive

Region of Origin: South America

Captive Bred or Wild: Captive Bred

Diet: Flake or pellet, frozen and live food

Compatibility: Medium schooling fish, similarly sized South American cichlids, catfish, plecos

Tank Mate Options:

• Smokey Pinoy Angelfish
• Threadfin Acara
• Spotted Sailfin Pleco