Altum Angelfish Care Guide
Pterophyllum altum
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Bioload Score
7000
PeacefulModerateFreshwater
- Max Size
- 18.0 cm / 7.0"
- Temperature
- 26–28°C (78–82°F)
- pH Range
- 6.0 – 7.0
- Min Tank Size
- 200L (53 gal)
- Min Group Size
- 5 fish
- Tank Level
- Bottom-Mid
- Origin
- South America
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Breeding Difficulty
- Moderate
Diet
Omnivorous. A varied diet with a mix of dry and live/frozen foods is recommended.
Community Compatibility
Peaceful community fish. Avoid keeping them with aggressive or fin-nipping species.
Good to Know
Altum Angelfish are more sensitive to water quality than most fish, so make sure your water parameters are monitored.
Gender Differences
Males and females are difficult to distinguish visually. Males may have a slightly larger and more pointed dorsal fin.
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