Blushing Angelfish for Sale
Blushing Angelfish
The Blushing Angelfish is one of the most unique and elegant freshwater angelfish varieties available. Named for its distinctive translucent gill plates that create a "blushing" appearance, this beautiful angelfish adds grace, personality, and beauty to planted aquariums and community fish tanks.
Blushing Angelfish are highly sought after by freshwater hobbyists due to their unique appearance and calm demeanor. Their delicate coloration and flowing fins make them a stunning centerpiece fish for larger community aquariums.
Blushing Angelfish Care Guide
- Scientific Name: Pterophyllum scalare
- Common Name: Blushing Angelfish
- Adult Size: 6 inches body size, up to 8 inches tall
- Temperament: Peaceful to Semi-Aggressive
- Care Level: Easy to Moderate
- Diet: Omnivore
- Tank Size: 29 gallons minimum, 55+ gallons recommended for groups
- Temperature: 76–82°F
- pH: 6.5–7.8
- Compatibility: Community fish, tetras, rainbowfish, corydoras, plecos, and peaceful cichlids
Why Choose Blushing Angelfish?
- Unique translucent "blushing" gill plates
- Elegant flowing fins
- Excellent centerpiece fish
- Beautiful addition to planted aquariums
- Peaceful personality
- Suitable for community aquariums
- Highly sought-after angelfish variety
Ideal Aquarium Setup
Blushing Angelfish thrive in aquariums with plenty of vertical swimming space, driftwood, live plants, and open swimming areas. Taller aquariums are preferred because of their body shape and impressive finnage.
A planted aquarium with Amazon swords, Vallisneria, Anubias, and driftwood creates a natural environment that showcases their beauty while providing security and shelter.
Compatible Tank Mates
- Cardinal Tetras
- Larger Neon Tetras
- Corydoras Catfish
- Bristlenose Plecos
- Rainbowfish
- Bolivian Rams
- Pearl Gouramis
- Peaceful South American Cichlids
Feeding
Blushing Angelfish are omnivores and thrive on a varied diet consisting of quality flakes, pellets, frozen foods, freeze-dried foods, bloodworms, brine shrimp, and other protein-rich foods. A diverse diet helps maintain health, coloration, and breeding condition.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why are they called Blushing Angelfish?
Blushing Angelfish get their name from their translucent gill plates, which allow the red coloration of the gills to show through, creating a distinctive "blushing" appearance.
How large do Blushing Angelfish get?
They typically reach about 6 inches in body size and can grow up to 8 inches tall when fully mature.
Can Blushing Angelfish live in community tanks?
Yes. They are generally peaceful and do well with similarly sized community fish that are too large to be considered food.
Are Blushing Angelfish good for planted aquariums?
Absolutely. Their elegant appearance and graceful swimming behavior make them one of the most attractive fish for planted aquarium displays.
Do Blushing Angelfish require special care?
No. Their care requirements are similar to other freshwater angelfish varieties and are suitable for aquarists with basic angelfish experience.
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