{"product_id":"koi-angel-pterophyllum-scalare","title":"Koi Angel | Pterophyllum scalare","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Koi Angelfish is a stunning colour form of the classic freshwater angel, splashed with orange, black and white like an ornamental koi carp — many develop a striking orange \"crown\" over the head. Tall, elegant and graceful, angelfish are true showpieces that reach around 15 cm tall (fin tip to fin tip) and often more, so they need a deep tank with height. They are hardy but, being cichlids, carry a bit of attitude.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eNatural Habitat\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAngelfish are native to the slow, warm blackwaters of the Amazon basin in South America, among submerged branches, roots and dense marginal vegetation. These waters are typically soft and acidic, and the fish's tall, laterally flattened body lets it slip between vertical stems and roots. Koi angels are a captive-bred colour strain of this wild species.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAppearance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA dramatically tall, disc-shaped body with long, trailing dorsal and anal fins and filamentous ventral fins. The koi pattern combines white, orange and black blotching that can change and intensify with age and mood, and many show a red-orange forehead patch. Adults are considerably taller than they are long.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTemperament and Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGenerally peaceful for a cichlid but semi-aggressive and territorial, especially when paired up or breeding. They may eat very small fish such as neon tetras and can be nipped themselves by fin-nippers. Best kept as a group while young, allowing a pair to form, alongside medium-sized, calm community fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn omnivore with a hearty appetite. Feed a quality cichlid or tropical flake and pellet as a staple, plus regular frozen and live foods such as bloodworm, brine shrimp and daphnia. A varied diet keeps colour rich and conditions breeding fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGive them a tall aquarium of at least 150 litres with plenty of vertical height, some tall plants or driftwood, and gentle to moderate flow. They prefer warm, soft to neutral water but adapt to most stable conditions. Keep the water clean with regular changes and avoid boisterous tankmates that stress them.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBreeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAngelfish are open, substrate-spawning cichlids that lay eggs on a vertical surface such as a leaf, slate or pipe, and both parents guard and fan the eggs and fry. Pairs form from a group, and good parents will care for their brood attentively, though first-time pairs often eat early spawns.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecies Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePterophyllum scalare\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKoi Angelfish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAmazon basin, South America; captive-bred colour strain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 15 cm long and 20+ cm tall\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLifespan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8–12 years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTemperament\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSemi-aggressive (territorial cichlid)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIntermediate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimum Tank Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e150 litres (tall)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecommended Tank Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e200+ litres\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOmnivore (flake, pellet, frozen and live foods)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24–29 °C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003epH Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6.0–7.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGH Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3–13 dGH (soft to neutral)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSalinity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot applicable (freshwater)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSuitable For\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTall community and planted aquariums\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReef Safe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot applicable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlant Safe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes (generally leaves plants alone)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSuitable Tank Mates\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePeaceful medium-sized community fish such as larger tetras (e.g. rummynose, lemon), rasboras, Corydoras, bristlenose catfish, gouramis and peaceful dwarf cichlids like rams.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAvoid Keeping With\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVery small fish such as neon tetras (may be eaten), fin-nippers such as tiger barbs and serpae tetras, and large or aggressive cichlids.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nick's Aquarium Oceanarium Terrarium","offers":[{"title":"Small (1-5cm)","offer_id":55232837091619,"sku":"BA8292","price":29.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Medium (5-10cm)","offer_id":55232837124387,"sku":"BA8920","price":40.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Large (10-15cm)","offer_id":55232837157155,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/7236\/5347\/files\/Koi_Angelfish_7_10cm.jpg?v=1781480246","url":"https:\/\/nicksaquariumoceanariumterrarium.com.au\/products\/koi-angel-pterophyllum-scalare","provider":"Nicks Aquarium Oceanarium Terrarium","version":"1.0","type":"link"}