Cichlidae • Origin: Amazon, South America • Lifespan: 8-10 years
IntermediateSemi-aggressiveMiddle
Care LevelIntermediate
TemperamentSemi-aggressive
Min Tank Size115 L (tall)
Adult Size
6 in tall, to 8 in (15-20 cm)
Temperature
25-29°C
pH Range
6.0-7.5
Water Hardness
Soft-Medium (3-15 dGH)
Diet
Omnivore
Social & Grouping
Pairs / small groups
About this fish
Red Devil Angelfish is a graceful South American cichlid with a tall body that needs a deep tank. Peaceful for a cichlid, but pairs get territorial when breeding and may eat very small fish.
Care tips
Use a tall tank to accommodate the fins and body shape.
May eat very small fish (e.g. neon tetras) — choose tankmates by size.
Warm, soft-to-neutral water; pairs become territorial when spawning.