Black Angelfish (Pterophyllum scalare), Tank-Bred

* For the safety of our animals, we now ship live fish exclusively via UPS Next Day Air.  If your order contains this item, you will only see UPS Next Day Air as a shipping option during checkout *   The Black Angelfish is a true centerpiece fish for any aquarium! The Black Angelfish (Pterophyllum scalare "Black") is a classic angelfish variety that is long-beloved in the aquarium hobby. Our specimens of this variety are a deep black coloration. This shoaling cichlid is relatively peaceful compared to other members of the cichlid family. It also has a very thin, tall body unlike most other cichlids. The Angelfish is indigenous to several river systems in Northern South America, but virtually all specimens in the aquarium hobby have been tank-raised for generations.  The Black Angelfish will thrive in a heavily planted aquarium with driftwood and/or rock formations and gentle water flow. It is not overly reclusive, but this fish strongly prefers the cover of plants and, due to its bo