{"product_id":"belem-sky-blue-angelfish-pterophyllum-scalare","title":"Belem Sky Blue Angelfish – Pterophyllum scalare","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Belem Sky Blue Angelfish (Pterophyllum scalare) is a beautiful freshwater angelfish variety admired for its iridescent silver-blue sheen, graceful body shape, and long flowing fins. Selectively bred from Belem line stock, this angelfish offers a soft pastel blue appearance that can become more noticeable as the fish matures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBelem Sky Blue Angels make excellent centerpiece fish for planted aquariums, peaceful community tanks, and larger freshwater displays. Their calm swimming style, elegant shape, and shimmering color bring a peaceful, refined look to the aquarium while still offering the classic personality angelfish are known for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIridescent silver-blue coloration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGraceful body shape with flowing fins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeautiful centerpiece fish for freshwater aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat for planted tanks and calm community setups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelective Belem line influence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardy and adaptable with proper care\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pterophyllum scalare\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Belem Sky Blue Angelfish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Selectively bred angelfish variety with Belem line influence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy to moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-peaceful; may become territorial during breeding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 5–6 inches body length; up to 8 inches or more in fin height\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30 gallons or larger; taller aquariums preferred\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTank Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Middle to upper levels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 76–82°F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.5–7.5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 5–8 years with proper care\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Omnivore\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose a Belem Sky Blue Angelfish?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBelem Sky Blue Angelfish are a great choice for aquarists who want a graceful, elegant centerpiece fish with soft color and classic angelfish behavior. Their silver-blue shimmer looks especially beautiful under quality aquarium lighting and against live plants, driftwood, and darker backgrounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike more aggressive cichlids, angelfish can work well in carefully planned community aquariums. They are still cichlids, so they may become territorial during breeding, but with proper space and compatible tankmates, they can be a stunning addition to a peaceful freshwater setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIdeal Tank Setup\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBelem Sky Blue Angelfish do best in a taller aquarium with stable warm water, gentle to moderate filtration, and plenty of vertical swimming space. Driftwood, broad-leaf plants, Amazon swords, Vallisneria, Anubias, and other aquarium plants help create a natural environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause angelfish have tall fins and a graceful swimming style, avoid overcrowded aquariums and strong current that may push them around. Clean water, stable parameters, and a fully cycled aquarium are important for long-term health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatible Tankmates\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorydoras catfish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeaceful larger tetras\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRasboras too large to be eaten\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDwarf Gouramis with caution\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeaceful Plecos with proper tank size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRainbowfish with compatible conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOther angelfish with proper space\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeaceful community fish that are not fin nippers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTankmates to Avoid\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTiger Barbs and other fin-nipping fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVery small nano fish that may be eaten\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShrimp or tiny invertebrates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHighly aggressive cichlids\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast, overly aggressive feeders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFish that require cooler water conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDiet \u0026amp; Feeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBelem Sky Blue Angelfish are omnivores and do best with a varied diet. Feed quality angelfish or cichlid pellets, flakes, frozen bloodworms, brine shrimp, mysis shrimp, daphnia, and other appropriate prepared or frozen foods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA balanced diet, clean water, and proper lighting can help support healthy growth, fin development, and their soft blue-silver coloration. Feed small portions that can be eaten quickly and avoid overfeeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse a 30 gallon or larger aquarium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoose a taller tank when possible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide driftwood, plants, and open swimming space\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep water warm, clean, and stable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid fin-nipping tankmates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeed a varied omnivore diet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep juveniles in groups or adults as compatible pairs when space allows\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre Belem Sky Blue Angelfish aggressive?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThey are generally semi-peaceful, but like most angelfish, they may become territorial during breeding or if kept in a crowded aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan Belem Sky Blue Angelfish live in a community tank?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. They can do well in peaceful community aquariums with calm tankmates that are not small enough to be eaten and do not nip fins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat enhances their blue color?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eQuality aquarium lighting, clean water, stable conditions, and a varied diet with high-quality pellets, frozen foods, and color-supporting foods can help maintain their best coloration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo Belem Sky Blue Angelfish pair off to breed?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Angelfish often form pairs as they mature and may spawn on broad leaves, slate, filter tubes, or other flat surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre Belem Sky Blue Angelfish good for planted tanks?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Their calm swimming style and tall body shape look excellent in planted aquariums with driftwood, broad-leaf plants, and open swimming space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat size tank do Belem Sky Blue Angelfish need?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA 30 gallon aquarium or larger is recommended, with taller aquariums preferred because angelfish have tall bodies and long fins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan Belem Sky Blue Angelfish live with shrimp?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThey are not ideal for shrimp breeding tanks. Adult shrimp may be left alone in some setups, but baby shrimp and very small shrimp may be eaten.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre these fish available for shipping?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Live fish are available for in-store purchase or local pickup only at Tropical Treasures Wyo in Cheyenne, Wyoming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAvailable at Tropical Treasures Wyo\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBelem Sky Blue Angelfish are elegant freshwater centerpiece fish for planted aquariums, peaceful community tanks, and larger freshwater displays. Visit Tropical Treasures Wyo in Cheyenne, Wyoming, to shop angelfish, cichlids, centerpiece fish, freshwater fish, live aquarium plants, fish food, filtration supplies, and aquarium care products. 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