Angelfish
Moderatefreshwater
Overview
Pterophyllum is a small genus of freshwater fish from the family Cichlidae known to most aquarists as angelfish.
Water Parameters
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 24–30°C (75–86°F) |
| pH | 6.0–7.5 |
| Adult Size | 15 cm (6 in) |
| Min Tank | 30 gallons |
| Lifespan | 10–12 years |
Tank Setup
Feeding
Omnivore — flake food, frozen bloodworms, brine shrimp
Compatibility
Breeding
Image credit: Wikimedia Commons — licensed CC BY-SA 4.0.
Taxonomic data: *Pterophyllum scalare (Schultze, 1823) * — GBIF (2026). Wikipedia summary: Angelfish — CC BY-SA 4.0.
Care parameters cross-referenced with Seriously Fish.
Quick facts & gear
- Min tank size
- 30 gallons
- Temperature
- 24–30°C (75–86°F)
- pH range
- 6.0–7.5
- Adult size
- 15 cm (6 in)
- Lifespan
- 10–12 years
- Origin
- Member of family Cichlidae, order Perciformes. See species profile for distribution details.
- Diet
- Omnivore —flake foodfrozen bloodwormsbrine shrimp