Lamarck Angel

Aquarist Experience Level: Beginner
Aquarium Hardiness: Moderately hardy
Minimum Tank Size: 75 gal (284 L)
Size of fish - inches: 9.8 inches (24.99 cm)
Temperament: Peaceful
Temperature: 72.0 to 81.0° F (22.2 to 27.2° C)
Range ph: 8.0-8.4
Diet Type: Omnivore


They lack the vibrant colors found on many angelfish species, but they have a unique beauty of their own created by a strong black and white patterning. It's pretty white body is contrasted with up to six horizontal black stripes.

This is one of the hardier angelfish and moderately easy to keep. It's a great choice for a beginner that can provide a large enough tank. This fish will need an aquarium that is at least 75 gallons (284 L) or more with lots of open areas for swimming. But it is somewhat shy, so will need rockwork formed to create plenty of caves and hiding places. In a tank of 100 gallons (370L) or more they can be kept in pairs or in a small group with a ratio of one male to several females. Females are not aggressive toward each other but two males will spar. Eventually one of the males will then revert to a female.