- Regular price
- €100,00
- Sale price
- €95,00
- Regular price
- €100,00
- Sale price
- €95,00
Introduce the ultimate centerpiece to your freshwater setup with the San Felipe Altum Angelfish (Pterophyllum altum). Hailing from the Rio Negro basin near San Felipe, this prestigious regional variant of the true Altum Angelfish is celebrated for its majestic, tall triangular body shape, striking vertical banding, and remarkable genetic lineage. Prized by advanced hobbyists for years, captive-bred and well-acclimated specimens offer a much hardier introduction to keeping this magnificent cichlid.
Note for Beginner Aquarists: While wild-caught Altums demand strict, soft-water parameters and expert care, tank-raised or robust F1 San Felipe variants are significantly more adaptable to stable community parameters. However, because of their impressive eventual height (up to 15 inches) and graceful schooling nature, they require a generous vertical aquarium space and a disciplined maintenance routine.
Short Description & Highlights
The San Felipe Altum Angelfish displays deep notched head profiles, striking red-brown speckled highlights, and elongated fins that command attention in any display tank. They thrive best in groups, showcasing fascinating social hierarchies.
Key Product Highlights:
| Feature | Details |
| Scientific Name | Pterophyllum altum (San Felipe Variant) |
| Care Level | Moderate (Suitable for dedicated beginners) |
| Temperament | Peaceful yet territorial with conspecifics during pairing |
| Max Size | Up to 12–15 inches in height (fin span) |
| Diet | Omnivorous (High-quality flakes, frozen mysis, bloodworms) |
| Min. Tank Size | 75+ gallons (tall configuration recommended) |
| Water Parameters | Temp: 26–30°C, pH: 6.0–7.2, hardness: soft to moderate |
Detailed Beginner Care Guide
1. Aquarium Setup & Dimensions
Because Altum Angelfish grow exceptionally tall, vertical water column space is much more vital than a shallow footprint. Provide an aquarium with a minimum height of 24 inches. Incorporate driftwood and tall, broad-leafed plants to mimic their natural flooded-forest habitats.
2. Water Quality & Maintenance
Maintaining pristine water conditions is key to their long-term health. Perform routine 20% to 30% weekly water changes, keeping organic waste and nitrate levels minimal. Consistent temperatures between 26°C and 30°C help ward off common tropical illnesses.
3. Feeding & Compatibility
San Felipe Altums have healthy appetites and love to feed. Offer a varied rotation of high-grade sinking cichlid pellets, nutrient-rich flakes, and frozen treats like brine shrimp or bloodworms. Keep them with peaceful, similarly sized tankmates (such as large peaceful tetras or corydoras); avoid very small nano fish that could be viewed as a snack.
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