GOLDEN GHOST ANGELFISH

Angelfish (Pterophyllum scalare)

RECOMMENDED TANK PARAMETERS:

• Temperature:  76° - 86° F (24° - 30° C)
• pH:  6.0 - 7.4
• KH:  0 – 15 KH
• Minimum tank size:  40 gallons for a pair, but a larger tank is required for a group. The tall body shape of this fish must be considered regarding the height of its tank.

CARE GUIDELINES:

• Diet:  Omnivorous. A variety of high-quality dry, frozen, and live foods is necessary for optimal health and coloration.
• Social behavior:  Shoaling. Generally peaceful, but can be territorial during spawning.
• Origin:  Tank-raised, but indigenous to Northern South America
• Average adult size:  6 inches (15 cm) long, 8 inches (20 cm) tall
• Average purchase size:  1 – 1.5 inches (2.5 – 3.8 cm)