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Here's a clean, summary of the Blue Zebra Angelfish (Pterophyllum scalare “Blue Zebra”):


🐠 Overview

  • Species: Pterophyllum scalare

  • Common Name: Blue Zebra Angelfish

  • Origin: Captive-bred variant of freshwater angelfish, derived from wild Amazonian strains

  • Lifespan: 10–15 years

  • Size: Up to 6 inches long, with fins reaching up to 8 inches tall


🎨 Appearance

  • Color: Metallic blue body with bold vertical black zebra stripes

  • Body Shape: Laterally compressed, tall and triangular with long, flowing fins

  • Variants: May include veil-fin or long-fin varieties


🏡 Tank Requirements

  • Minimum Tank Size:

    • 30 gallons for one adult

    • 55 gallons or more for a pair

    • 75–125 gallons for small groups

  • Tank Shape: Prefer tall tanks due to fin height

  • Substrate: Sand or smooth gravel

  • Decor: Plants, driftwood, vertical surfaces for spawning (slate or large leaves)

  • Filtration: Gentle to moderate current with strong biological filtration

  • Lighting: Moderate to subdued


💧 Water Parameters

  • Temperature: 75–82°F (24–28°C)

  • pH: 6.0–7.5

  • Hardness: 3–8 dGH (soft to moderately hard)

  • Maintenance: Weekly water changes of 20–30%; stable conditions are crucial


🍽️ Diet

  • Type: Omnivore

  • Staple Foods: High-quality pellets and flakes

  • Supplements: Frozen or live foods like brine shrimp, bloodworms, daphnia; occasional veggie-based flakes or blanched greens

  • Feeding Frequency: 1–2 times daily in small amounts


🧠 Behavior & Temperament

  • Temperament: Semi-aggressive, especially during breeding

  • Social Needs: Best kept in groups of 4–6 to spread aggression or as a bonded pair

  • Tankmates:

    • Good: Peaceful, similarly sized fish (rainbowfish, larger tetras, corydoras, plecos)

    • Avoid: Fin-nippers (like tiger barbs), aggressive fish, or very small fish (like neon tetras)


🧬 Breeding

  • Breeding Style: Egg layer; forms monogamous pairs

  • Spawning Site: Clean, vertical surfaces (plant leaves, glass, slate)

  • Parental Care: Both parents guard and fan eggs

  • Egg Hatching: 2–3 days; free-swimming in 5–7 days

  • Fry Food: Infusoria, baby brine shrimp, micro worms


❤️ Health & Care Tips

  • Common Health Issues: Ich, fin rot, swim bladder disorder

  • Preventative Care:

    • Keep water clean and stable

    • Avoid stress from overcrowding or poor tankmates

    • Quarantine new fish

    • Avoid sharp décor that may damage fins


✅ Quick Reference Table

Trait Detail
Size Up to 6″ (body), 8″ (fin height)
Lifespan 10–15 years
Tank Size 30–125 gallons depending on group
Temperature 75–82°F (24–28°C)
pH Range 6.0–7.5
Temperament Semi-aggressive, social
Diet Omnivore
Breeding Egg-layer, substrate spawner

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