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Altum Angelfish Pterophyllum altum

Water: Freshwater

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Overview

Scientific name
Pterophyllum altum
Origin region
Orinoco Basin
Care level
Challenging
Level in tank
Mid
Adult size (cm)
18.00
Minimum tank (L)
250
Temperament
Semi-aggressive
Diet
Carnivore

Water parameters

Temperature (°C)
26.0–30.0
pH
4.80–6.50
GH (dGH)
0.5–4.0
KH (dKH)
0.0–2.0
Salinity (ppt)
0.00–0.00

Habitat & environment

Orinoco Basin

Feeding

Carnivore

Temperament & behaviour

Semi-aggressive

Breeding & care

Egg layer on vertical surfaces.

Notes

Tall-bodied angel needing high tanks and soft acidic water.

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Created: 2025-09-02 22:37:06
Updated: 2025-09-02 22:37:06
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