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Pterophyllum altum Not Evaluated

Altum Angelfish

Stats

Family

Cichlidae

Genus

Pterophyllum

Size

17.78 cm

These fish are taller than they are long and generally very thin

Temperament

Semi-aggressive, Community

Can be in community tanks with bigger fish, they will eat smaller fish and fry

Diet

Omnivore

Tank Size

113.55 L

Temperature

28.0 C - 32.0 C

Parameters

pH: 4.8-6.2 requires soft, acidic water

Level

Mid

Other Information

Other sources to look at:

https://www.seriouslyfish.com/species/pterophyllum-altum/
https://www.fishbase.se/summary/47075

Breeding

Spawning Method

Egg-layer (Parental Care)

They will spawn on vertical surfaces like P. scalare

Spawn Size

50 fry

Breeding Season or Trigger

Water changes, clean water and abundant food

Fry Care

Spawn size can vary based on age and experience of the parents. Fry are delicate and need pristine water conditions as well as live food.

Locations

Photos

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Juvenile captive bred altum angels Image Credit: mhwang

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