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

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