A good environment
- Recommended temperature
- 26 ~ 29°C
- Recommended pH
- 6.3 ~ 7.4
- Preferred water hardness
- Medium hardness
- Minimum aquarium
- 200L or more
A beginner-friendly fish guide
Freshwater Angelfish
Freshwater Angelfish
Pterophyllum scalare
Territorial temperament; best kept as a pair. Check the planner before choosing tank mates.
Beginner level 3/5
Temperament & group size
Territorial temperament; Best kept as a pair.
Usually swims in the middle.
Tank-mate notes
Adult shrimp may be attacked; take care with shrimp tank mates.
Baby shrimp may be eaten. A separate breeding tank is safer.
Check each combination carefully, especially when size or temperament differs.