Flowerhorn is a unique fish with a very interesting behavior, temper, and completely unusual appearance. Those who decided to keep flowerhorn in a tank have never regretted it. However, the fish has its peculiarities that you should be aware of before buying it. Further in the article, you’ll find out how the Flowerhorn appeared and whether it exists in the wild. How difficult is it to keep it, and how long is its lifespan? How to feed and select tank mates for it.
Aquarium fishes: American cichlids
Creating the Perfect Home: Oscar Fish Keeping Made Easy
Oscar fish (lat. Astronotus ocellatus) is a large and bright colored freshwater cichlid from South America. This is one of the most renowned aquarium fishes of Cichlidae family. It is a large, aggressive, but very smart fish. The article tells about how to keep it, feed, choose its tank mates, breed it.
The Complete Guide to Pterophyllum Scalare Care
Angelfish (lat. Pterophyllum scalare) is a fish kind of Cichlidae family. They are one of the most popular and widespread aquarium fishes. This is a large, gluttonous fish that feeds on fish juveniles and prawns, even though it is rather good-looking and has quite an interesting behavior. It is large with high and flattened from sides body of rather varied coloring – all these made angelfish one of the most spread and popular fishes among aquarists. However, it’s important to note that some fish may be more aggressive or territorial, so it’s crucial to choose tankmates carefully. Proper care, suitable tank conditions, and a balanced diet are essential for keeping angelfish healthy and thriving.
Altum Angelfish: A Comprehensive Guide to Care and Requirements
Altum angelfish (Pterophyllum altum) are beautiful fish that live in freshwater Amazon River in South America. Altum angelfish are popular among experienced fish keepers because of their unique appearance and the challenge they present in care. They need a large tank with lots of space to swim and water should be slightly acidic and not too hard. In this article, we’ll tell you where Pterophyllum altum inhabits, what makes it different from ordinary freshwater angelfish, as well as how to keep it, feed, select tank mates for it, and breed.