Pterophyllum is a small genus of freshwater fish from the family Cichlidae known to most aquarists as angelfish. All Pterophyllum species originate from the Amazon Basin, Orinoco Basin and various rivers in the Guiana Shield in tropical South America. The three species of Pterophyllum are unusually shaped for cichlids being greatly laterally compressed, with round bodies and elongated triangular dorsal and anal fins. This body shape allows them to hide among roots and plants, often on a vertical surface.
Naturally occurring angelfish are frequently striped longitudinally, colouration which provides additional camouflage. Angelfish are ambush predators and prey on small fish and macroinvertebrates. All Pterophyllum species form monogamous pairs. Eggs are generally laid on a submerged log or a flattened leaf. As is the case for other cichlids, brood care is highly developed.
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Hello, pretty photos of the fish. I think my son has a few pet Angel fish. Thank you for linking up and sharing your post. Happy Saturday, enjoy your weekend! PS, thanks so much for leaving me a comment.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful fish as Eileen remarked. I was fortunate to go to the Aquarium in Toronto. They have sharks. All kinds of two hour walking around or a wheelchair supplied for others who cant walk.
ReplyDeleteFine photos of these beautiful Angel Fish. Your use of light is perfect.
ReplyDeleteWonderful colours on these fish.
ReplyDeleteWOW! Beautiful!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful colours.
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