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[ARRIVED 7-MAR-2026] Smokey Angelfish 3-6cmSmokey Angelfish A sophisticated Angelfish variety featuring smoky charcoal tones and graceful fins, perfect as a centrepiece in planted aquariums. Quick Facts Scientific name: Pterophyllum scalare Max Size: approx. 812cm Tank size: Minimum 150L Difficulty: Easy Temperament: Semi peaceful Best kept: Pair or small group Is this for you? Good if: You want a striking yet elegant feature fish. You enjoy planted or Amazon style aquariums. You have a
Smokey Angelfish
A sophisticated Angelfish variety featuring smoky charcoal tones and graceful fins, perfect as a centrepiece in planted aquariums.
Quick Facts
- Scientific name: Pterophyllum scalare
- Max Size: approx. 8–12cm
- Tank size: Minimum 150L
- Difficulty: 🟢 Easy
- Temperament: Semi-peaceful
- Best kept: Pair or small group
Is this for you?
✔️ Good if:
- You want a striking yet elegant feature fish.
- You enjoy planted or Amazon-style aquariums.
- You have a peaceful community aquarium with compatible tank mates.
- You'd like to watch juvenile Angelfish mature into impressive adults.
❌ Avoid if:
- Your aquarium is under 150 litres.
- You keep fin-nipping fish such as Tiger Barbs.
- You have very small nano fish that may become food.
- You prefer fish that remain small throughout their lives.
Why this livestock?
Smokey Angelfish are a beautiful colour variety of Pterophyllum scalare, recognised for their smoky grey to charcoal body colour that creates a refined and elegant appearance.
These juvenile 4–5cm specimens will continue developing both in size and colour as they mature. Their elongated fins and graceful swimming style make them an eye-catching centrepiece in any freshwater aquarium.
Thriving in warm, well-maintained planted aquariums, Smokey Angelfish combine intelligence, personality and beauty, making them a rewarding choice for hobbyists of all experience levels.
Common mistakes
- Keeping Angelfish in aquariums that are too small.
- Housing them with fin-nipping or aggressive fish.
- Introducing them to unstable water conditions.
- Expecting juvenile fish to immediately form breeding pairs.
- Not allowing enough vertical swimming space.
Care made simple
- Temperature: 24–28°C
- pH: 6.5–7.8
- Diet: Omnivore – quality pellets, flakes, frozen foods and live foods
- Water: Clean, stable freshwater with regular water changes
- Setup: Tall planted aquarium with driftwood, plants and open swimming areas
Pair with
- Premium Tropical Fish Pellets
- Frozen Bloodworms
- Frozen Brine Shrimp
- Amazon Sword Plants
- Natural Driftwood & Botanicals
Smokey Angelfish often deepen in colour as they mature. Providing a varied diet, stable water quality and a stress-free environment helps bring out their richest charcoal tones.
FAQ
How large do Smokey Angelfish grow?
Adult Smokey Angelfish typically reach around 10–15cm in body size and can exceed 20cm in total height once their fins are fully developed.
Are Smokey Angelfish suitable for beginners?
Yes. They are hardy and relatively easy to care for when provided with a suitable aquarium, stable water quality and a balanced diet.
Can Smokey Angelfish live in a community aquarium?
Yes. They are best kept with peaceful fish of similar size. Avoid fin-nipping species and very small fish that may be viewed as food as they mature.
Why do livestock prices sometimes change?
Unlike manufactured products, fish and shrimp continue to grow and develop over time. Their value changes as they increase in size, develop colour, or become breeding pairs.
Our prices are based on the current size, quality and availability of each specimen. While pricing often remains stable for around 3–4 months, it may be updated at any time to reflect these changes.
We always aim to offer healthy, high-quality livestock at fair and competitive prices.
Will I receive the exact fish pictured?
No. Photos are representative only. Smokey Angelfish naturally vary in colour intensity and pattern, so each fish is unique. We'll carefully select a healthy specimen from our current stock.
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