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Platinum Angelfish (Pterophyllum scalare) - Freshwater Aquarium Fish

🐟 Platinum Angelfish (Pterophyllum scalare)

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🐟 Platinum Angelfish (Pterophyllum scalare)

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

 

📋 The Platinum Angelfish (Pterophyllum scalare) is a refined, selectively bred angelfish variety known for its clean silver-white to platinum coloration and graceful body shape.
In aquariums, it functions as a Graceful Centerpiece Fish, making it ideal for tall, planted community tanks with calm companions.
Its understated coloration and flowing fins give it a premium, minimalist appearance suited to modern aquascapes.
With proper space and stable water conditions, it thrives as a Long-Term Feature Fish in well-maintained freshwater aquariums.

 

💡 Highlights

Platinum White Coloration: Clean silver-white tones with subtle sheen
🐟 Elegant Angelfish Shape: Tall body with flowing fins
🌿 Planted Tank Compatible: Complements natural aquascapes
🧠 Smart & Observant: Learns routines and recognizes keepers
🏠 Ideal for Tall Tanks: Vertical swimmer that benefits from tank height

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🧾 A Quick Look at the Platinum Angelfish

 

📛 Common Name: Platinum Angelfish
🔬 Scientific Name: Pterophyllum scalare
👨‍👩‍👧 Family: Cichlidae
🌍 Origin: Captive-bred colour morph (wild form from Amazon Basin)
📏 Max Size: 15 cm (≈ 6″) body length (height up to 20–25 cm / 8–10″)
💧 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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