High Grade German Red Veil Angelfish
High Grade German Red Veil Angelfish
High Grade German Red Veil Angelfish (Pterophyllum scalare)
A premium selectively bred variety, the High Grade German Red Veil Angelfish is prized for its intense red-orange colouration and elongated, flowing veil fins. The "high grade" designation indicates superior colour development and finnage, making this fish a true showpiece specimen for the discerning aquarist. Its rich, warm tones and graceful trailing fins bring elegance and drama to any suitably sized tropical aquarium.
Care at a Glance:
- Minimum Tank Size: Medium to large tall aquarium (200L+ recommended for a group)
- Temperature: 26–30°C
- pH Range: 6.0–7.0
- Water Hardness: Soft to moderate
- Temperament: Semi-aggressive; peaceful when young but territorial when pairing and breeding
- Diet: Omnivore — quality flakes, pellets, frozen and live foods (bloodworms, brine shrimp)
- Max Size: 15cm body, up to 20cm+ with flowing fins
- Lifespan: 10–15 years
- Care Level: Intermediate (requires stable water quality and appropriate tank mates)
Tank Mates: Medium-sized community fish such as Corydoras catfish, larger tetras (e.g. Black Skirt Tetras) and Bristlenose catfish. Avoid small fish that may be eaten and known fin-nippers that may damage the long veil fins.
Origin: Captive-bred selectively bred variant of the wild Pterophyllum scalare, originally from the Amazon Basin