🐠 Fish & Amphibians

Freshwater Angelfish

Graceful, tall-finned centerpiece fish.

Angelfish are elegant cichlids that can become territorial as adults. They need tall tanks and peaceful, not-too-small tankmates.

Lifespan10–12 years
SizeSmall · 6 in long, 8 in tall
Care levelEasy
Typical cost$15–30 / month
Great for
Community tanksTall aquariumsGracefulTerritorialCurious
Freshwater Angelfish

Photo: Donar Reiskoffer · CC BY 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons

Care guide

Daily care

30+ gallons, tall tank, 76–82°F.

Cichlid pellets plus frozen bloodworms and brine shrimp.

Vertical swimming space and plants.

Weekly water changes.

Health

Common health concerns

Know what to watch for. Early detection makes most of these far easier and cheaper to treat.

  • Ich
  • Hole-in-the-head
  • Fin rot
  • Angelfish virus
Veterinary care

Vet visits

Aquatic vet; test water first.

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This guide is general information, not veterinary advice. Costs are rough U.S. estimates for food, supplies and routine care. Always consult a licensed veterinarian about your pet’s needs.