Angel fish – Blue/Chocolate Smokey Angelfish (Pterophyllum Scalare ) 4cm

The Blue/Chocolate Smokey Angelfish (Pterophyllum scalare) is a very elegant and beautiful angelfish variety. The wild-form striping is minimal, and rich blue, brown, and gray coloration covers the majority of the fish’s body. This shoaling cichlid is relatively peaceful compared to other members of the cichlid family. It also has a very thin, tall body unlike most other cichlids. The Blue Chocolate Smokey Angelfish is indigenous to several river systems in Northern South America, but virtually all specimens in the aquarium hobby have been tank-bred for generations.

The Blue/Chocolate Smokey Angelfish will thrive in a heavily planted aquarium with driftwood and/or rock formations and gentle water flow. It is not overly reclusive, but this fish strongly prefers the cover of plants and, due to its body shape, is not likely to seek refuge in rock caves and similar structures. The Blue Chocolate Smokey Angelfish is generally compatible with other peaceful fish as long as it has plenty of space. Territoriality is typically at its peak during spawning. Dwarf shrimp and other small, delicate invertebrates should not be kept with the Blue Chocolate Smokey Angelfish, but more durable, larger shrimp and snails could possibly make good tankmates in a large enough aquarium. If spawning is desired, tankmates of other species should be kept to a minimum or avoided altogether unless the aquarium is very spacious.

Feeding is simple for the unfussy Blue Chocolate Smokey Angelfish. High-quality dry, frozen, and live foods will all be readily accepted. Quality and variety are the keys to a diet that will ensure that this fish maintains optimal health and coloration.

• Species – Pterophyllum Scalare “Smokey”
• Common Name – Panda Angel fish
• Origin – South America
• Diet – carnivorous
• PH Range – 6.5 – 7.5
• Water Type – Hard
• Temperature – Tropical 26°c – 28°c
• Breed Type – Egg Layer
• Current Size – approximately 5cm (Grows to approximately 15cm)
• Sex – Un-sexed