Common Name:Angelfish

Scientific Name:Pterophyllum scalare

Family:Cichlidae

Origin:South America, Amazon

Diet:Carnivore

Temperament: Peaceful for a cichlid. Will become very very territorial during breeding.

Average Size:4-6 inches

Gender: Males and Females are hard to tell apart.

Perferred Water Conditions: Will take many ph's 6.0 - 7.8. Also temp 76-82F.

Care: Easy, will take most water peramiters. Best if kept in pairs, or large groups.

Author:Hogangtp

Image Credit:Hogangtp, Jenn