How do you breed altum angelfish?
Very acidic, soft water is required to breed Altums. Growing up a group of 6 young Altum generally has a good change of finding a breeding pair. Once the pair have bonded, spawning may begin. If you find that the spawns are being eaten by the parents, you may have to artifically raise the fry in a small tank.
How big do altum angelfish get?
Average adult size: 6 inches (15 cm) long, 8+ inches (20+ cm) tall. Average purchase size: 1 – 1.5 inches (2.5 – 3.8 cm)
What is F1 Altum?
A truly rare gem, one for angelfish enthusiasts, these F1 Altum Angelfish have been bred in the UK from Colombian wild-caught parents, displaying all the genetic integrity of wild specimens, as well as the desired features of great fin height, sloped mouths and colouration.
Are Altum angelfish hard to keep?
Altum angelfish is a freshwater fish that belongs to the genus “pterophyllum,” which is scientifically known as Pterophyllum Altum. These freshwater angelfish are very hard to take care of, requiring more specialized optimized water conditions. Also, they have a kind of exclusive feeding requirements.
How do you take care of an angel Altum?
They need water between 82 and 86 degrees Fahrenheit. The water must be soft and acidic, with pH between 4.8 and 6.2. Above all, the water must be exceedingly clean, since ammonia can kill them. Avoid copper-based medications, since these are toxic to altum angels.
Where are Altum angelfish found?
Pterophyllum altum, also referred to as the altum angelfish, deep angelfish, or Orinoco angelfish, occurs strictly in the Orinoco River Basin and the Upper Rio Negro watershed in Southern Venezuela, Southeastern Colombia and extreme Northern Brazil.
What is a koi angelfish?
The Koi Angelfish (Pterophyllum scalare), is an incredible variant that naturally displays black, white, and gold-orange coloration. 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.