Altum angelfish
Pterophyllum altum
Família : Cichlidae
PeixeÁgua docecichlids
A majestic angelfish, taller than wide, requiring a large aquarium.
Estado IUCN
NT
Quase ameaçado
Descrição
The altum angelfish is the largest angelfish species, reaching 15 cm in height. It has a silver body with dark vertical bars and very long fins. It is sensitive to water quality and requires soft, acidic water. It is a gregarious fish that lives in groups.
Habitat
Região :
Blackwater and clearwater of the Orinoco and Rio Negro
Distribuição :
Parâmetros recomendados
Temperatura26–30 °C
pH5–6.5
GH1–5 °dGH
KH0–2 °dKH
NO₃
≤ 20 mg/L
PO₄
≤ 1 mg/L
Cuidados
Dificuldade
4/5
Dieta
Carnívoro
Aquário mín.
200 L
Grupo mín.
4
Tamanho adulto
15 cm
Esperança de vida
10 anos
Temperamento
Semi-agressivo
Propagação
Notas de cuidados
Tank of at least 200L, tall (60 cm minimum), with tall plants and roots. Very soft water (GH < 5, KH < 2), pH 5.0-6.5, temperature 26-30°C. Varied diet: brine shrimp, bloodworms, small fish. Avoid strong currents. Keep in groups of 4-6.