Platinum Angelfish - (Pterophyllum scalare)

🐟 Platinum Angelfish – (Pterophyllum scalare) – Elegant Freshwater Angelfish for Sale

The Platinum Angelfish (Pterophyllum scalare) is a selectively bred variant of the popular freshwater angelfish, admired for its brilliant solid white to metallic platinum coloration. Native in ancestry to the Amazon Basin of South America, this stunning fish brings elegance and beauty to any community or planted aquarium.

With its tall, triangular body shape, graceful fins, and peaceful temperament, the Platinum Angelfish is a favorite for aquarists seeking a striking yet gentle centerpiece fish. Its shimmering white coloration stands out especially well in aquascaped tanks with dark backgrounds and plants.

🔎 Quick Facts – Platinum Angelfish (Pterophyllum scalare)

• 📛 Common Name: Platinum Angelfish
• 🔬 Scientific Name: Pterophyllum scalare
• 🌍 Origin: Amazon Basin, South America (selectively bred in captivity)
• 🎨 Appearance: Solid white to metallic platinum body with tall, graceful fins
• 📏 Max Size: 6 inches (15 cm) body length; up to 8 inches (20 cm) tall with fins
• 💎 Availability: Widely available, captive-bred

😇 Behavior & Temperament

• 🐟 Peaceful, semi-aggressive during breeding
• 🤝 Best kept in groups of 4–6 or as a mated pair
• 🌿 Compatible with peaceful community fish of similar size
• 🧠 Intelligent and interactive with keepers

🏠 Aquarium & Tank Requirements

• 📦 Minimum Tank Size: 30+ gallons for a small group
• 🌿 Tall plants and vertical decor to complement body shape
• 🪵 Driftwood and rock structures for territory and shelter
• 💡 Moderate lighting to highlight iridescent sheen
• 🌊 Gentle to moderate water flow

💧 Water Parameters – Platinum Angelfish Care

• 🌡️ Temperature: 76–82°F (24–28°C)
• ⚗️ pH: 6.5–7.5
• 💧 Hardness: Soft to moderately hard water

🍽️ Diet – Omnivorous Angelfish

• 🌾 High-quality flakes or pellets
• 🦐 Frozen or live brine shrimp, bloodworms, daphnia
• 🥬 Vegetable-based foods for variety

📋 Platinum Angelfish Care Overview Table

✨ Highlight:

• The Platinum Angelfish is an elegant and peaceful centerpiece fish with a luminous sheen, perfect for aquarists looking to add a touch of sophistication to their aquarium.