{"product_id":"albino-angelfish-pterophyllum-scalare","title":"Albino Angelfish | Pterophyllum scalare","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Albino Angelfish trades the classic silver bars for soft white and pink with striking red eyes, a gentle, ghostly take on the aquarium icon. Tall, elegant and gliding through the plants like a living pennant, it grows to around 15 cm and makes a graceful centrepiece for a warm, planted tank.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eNatural Habitat\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003ePterophyllum scalare originates in the slow, warm waters of the Amazon basin, drifting among submerged roots, branches and tall stems in soft, gently acidic water. Its tall, compressed body is built for slipping between vertical structure. A deep, well-planted tank with driftwood and open swimming height suits it perfectly.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eAppearance\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis albino strain is soft white flushed with pink, with flowing dorsal and anal fins, trailing pelvic filaments and characteristic red eyes. The disc-shaped body stands as tall as it is long. Good diet, clean water and low stress keep the fins whole and the body deep and well-proportioned.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eTemperament and Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eTemperament is that of a semi-aggressive cichlid. Angelfish are generally graceful and calm but become territorial when pairing and breeding, and they will eat very small fish such as neon tetras. Keep them with medium, peaceful companions, and give a bonded pair space, as they will defend a chosen spawning site.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eAn omnivore that takes quality flake and pellets readily, best supplemented with frozen and live foods such as bloodworm, brine shrimp and daphnia, plus some plant matter. Feed a varied diet in modest amounts once or twice daily. Good nutrition supports strong colour, finnage and healthy growth.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eCare Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eProvide a tall aquarium of at least 200 L, with 250 L or larger recommended for a group or pair. Keep temperature at 24–28 °C, pH 6.0–7.5 and GH soft to medium, around 3–13. Provide tall planting or driftwood, gentle flow and clean, stable water with regular changes. Angelfish appreciate height for their long fins. They are generally plant safe, though they may nibble very soft plants.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eBreeding\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eAngelfish are rewarding, substrate-spawning breeders. A compatible pair cleans a vertical surface such as a leaf or slate, lays rows of eggs and tends them together, fanning and guarding the fry. First-time parents may eat early spawns, but many pairs become reliable, attentive parents.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eSpecies Information\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003ctable\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePterophyllum scalare\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAlbino Angelfish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAmazon basin, South America (captive-bred strain)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAround 15 cm long (taller including fins)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLifespan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8–10 years with good care\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTemperament\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSemi-aggressive (cichlid)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIntermediate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimum Tank Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e200 L (tall)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecommended Tank Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e250 L or larger\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOmnivore: flake, pellets, frozen and live foods, some plant matter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24–28 °C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003epH Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6.0–7.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGH Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoft to medium, around 3–13 dGH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSalinity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot applicable (freshwater)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSuitable For\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTall, warm, planted community aquariums\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReef Safe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot applicable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlant Safe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGenerally yes (may nibble soft plants)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e \u003ch2\u003eSuitable Tank Mates\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eSuitable tank mates include peaceful medium community fish such as larger tetras, rasboras, corydoras, peaceful gouramis, rainbowfish and bristlenose catfish.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eAvoid Keeping With\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eAvoid keeping with very small fish such as neon tetras that may be eaten, with fin-nippers such as tiger barbs, and with large aggressive cichlids. 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