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Koi Angelfish (Pterophyllum scalare) - Freshwater Aquarium Fish

🐟 Koi Angelfish (Pterophyllum scalare)

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🐟 Koi Angelfish (Pterophyllum scalare)

Freshwater Angelfish • Graceful Show Fish • Community Centerpiece • Planted Tank Display

 

📋 The Koi Angelfish (Pterophyllum scalare) is a striking selectively bred angelfish variety known for its koi-like marbling of white, orange, and black.
In aquariums, it functions as a Graceful Centerpiece Fish, making it well suited for tall, planted community setups with calm tankmates.
Its elegant shape and slow, deliberate swimming make it a highly desirable Premium Color Morph for display aquariums.
With proper space and stable water conditions, it thrives as a Long-Term Feature Fish in well-maintained freshwater tanks.

 

💡 Highlights

Koi-Style Colour Pattern: Unique marbled orange/white/black tones
🐟 Graceful Centerpiece Fish: Tall-bodied show fish for display tanks
🌿 Planted Tank Compatible: Looks best in planted aquascapes
🧠 Smart & Interactive: Learns feeding routines and recognizes keepers
🏠 Ideal for Tall Tanks: Vertical swimmers that appreciate height

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🧾 A Quick Look at the Koi Angelfish

 

📛 Common Name: Koi Angelfish
🔬 Scientific Name: Pterophyllum scalare
👨‍👩‍👧 Family: Cichlidae
🌍 Origin: Captive-bred color morph (wild form from Amazon Basin)
📏 Max Size: 15 cm (≈ 6″) body length (height can exceed 20 cm / 8″)
💧 pH Range: 6.0–7.5
🌡️ Temperature Range: 24–28 °C (≈ 75–82 °F)
🧠 Care Level: Beginner–Intermediate
💖 Temperament: Semi-Peaceful
🌿 Planted Tank Safe:
🏠 Min Tank Size: 120 L (≈ 30 gallons)
📌 Tank Level: Mid–Upper
🧬 Captive Bred:
🌿 Wild Caught:
Lifespan: 8–12 years
🍽️ Diet: Omnivore
🐣 Reproduction: Egg layer

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