Current stock
Angelfish Medium Longfin
R 60.00
Semi-aggressive when mature or breeding | 24–28 °C | 15 cm body; 20 cm+ height.
Recorded stock: 6Stock quantities aren’t live and may change.
- FulfilmentPhysical stock
- Product ID714
A longfin form of the freshwater angelfish requiring height, calm flow and compatible tank mates.
Fish Care Profile
| Scientific Name | Pterophyllum scalare |
|---|---|
| Family | Cichlidae |
| Origin | Amazon basin, South America |
| Breeding | Egglayer / pair-bonding cichlid |
| Temperament | Semi-aggressive when mature or breeding |
| Tank Level | Midwater |
| Lifespan | 8–10 years |
| Minimum Tank Size | 180 L tall tank |
| Adult Size | 15 cm body; 20 cm+ height |
| Difficulty | Intermediate |
| pH | 6.0–7.5 |
| Temperature | 24–28 °C |
| Diet | Omnivore |
| Group Size | Pair or group while young; manage pairs as they mature |
Care Notes
Provide territory breaks, sand or fine substrate where relevant, and tank mates that can handle the species’ adult size and temperament.