Black Veil Tail Angelfish

🖤 Black Veil Tail Angelfish (Pterophyllum scalare)
Elegant Shadows. Flowing Fins. Understated Drama.

The Black Veil Tail Angelfish is a dramatic, all-black variant of the classic freshwater angelfish, prized for its long, flowing veil-like fins and deep, uniform coloration. Its graceful movement and striking silhouette make it a show-stopping centerpiece in any peaceful community or planted aquarium.

🌟 Key Features:

• Solid black body and fins—mysterious and refined
• Long, trailing “veil” fins add dramatic flair
• Peaceful but can become mildly territorial when breeding
• Perfect for planted and slow-flow aquariums

📏 Size & Lifespan:

Adult size: 12–15 cm (body), with long, trailing fins

Lifespan: 8–10 years with proper care

💧 Water Parameters:

• Temperature: 24–28°C
• pH: 6.5–7.5
• Soft to moderately hard water
• Minimum Tank Size: 100L (taller tanks preferred)

🐠 Ideal Tank Mates:

Peaceful community fish like tetras, corydoras, gouramis, and dwarf rainbows

Avoid fin-nippers or overly aggressive species

Can be kept singly, in pairs, or in a small peaceful group

🍽️ Diet:

Omnivore: accepts flakes, pellets, frozen and live foods

Enhance color and vitality with high-quality protein and vegetable-based feeds

🖤 Fun Fact:
Veil tail angelfish swim more slowly due to their elongated fins—ideal for calm tanks with minimal water flow to prevent fin stress.