Description
Santa Isabel “Altum” Angelfish (Pterophyllum scalare)
Origin: Wild Brazil
Locale: Upper Rio Negro between Santa Isabel and Sao Gabriel do Cachoeira
Diet: Omnivore and predator, will readily accept most frozen and prepared foods
Adult Size: 9″ (height)
Recommended Tank Size: 90 gallons+
Compatibility: Generally peaceful, but should be kept with similarly sized fish
Preferred Water Parameters
pH: 6.5 – 7.2
Temp: 77 – 84F
Ammonia: 0ppm
Nitrite: 0ppm
Nitrate: <30ppm