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Angelfish
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Pterophyllum scalare Angelfish |
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Habitat: South America |
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Length: 100 mm (4 in.) |
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Diet: Prepared foods |
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Sex difference: There is no clear method of telling the difference. |
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Compatibility: Peaceful |
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Breeding: In true cichlid fashion, but they lay thier eggs on upright leaves or on the side of the aquarium. They have been known to eat thier fry once hatched, so it is best to remove the parents and raise the fry yourself. |
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Tank conditions: pH 7.0; Hardness 8; Temp 76ºF; Size 20 gal |
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Comments The queen of all aquarium fish, this is the best known, most populiar aquarium fish of all time. They have no demanding requirements and have definite personalities. This coupled with long life makes the angelfish superb as a beginner fish. |
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