{"product_id":"red-shoulder-manacapuru-angelfish-large-pterophyllum-scalare","title":"Red Shoulder Manacapuru Angelfish - Pterophyllum scalare","description":"\u003ch1 data-start=\"388\" data-end=\"448\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003eRed Shoulder Manacapuru Angelfish – \u003cem data-start=\"426\" data-end=\"448\"\u003ePterophyllum scalare\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"463\" data-end=\"1031\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"467\" data-end=\"504\"\u003eRed Shoulder Manacapuru Angelfish\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the most desirable locality forms of the freshwater angelfish, valued for its elegant wild-type body shape, strong vertical barring and distinctive red to orange colouration across the shoulder and upper back. This \u003cstrong data-start=\"730\" data-end=\"760\"\u003elarge Manacapuru Angelfish\u003c\/strong\u003e is best suited to aquarists who want a more natural-looking, premium form of \u003cem data-start=\"838\" data-end=\"860\"\u003ePterophyllum scalare\u003c\/em\u003e rather than a heavily altered domestic strain. Given space, warm stable water and calm tank mates, it makes a superb centrepiece fish for a planted Amazon-style aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1033\" data-end=\"1055\"\u003eKey Identification:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1056\" data-end=\"1350\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1056\" data-end=\"1072\"\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red Shoulder Manacapuru Angelfish\u003cbr data-start=\"1106\" data-end=\"1109\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1109\" data-end=\"1125\"\u003eOther Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Manacapuru Red Shoulder Angel, Manacapuru Red Back Angelfish, Manacapuru Angelfish, Red Back Scalare, Freshwater Angelfish\u003cbr data-start=\"1248\" data-end=\"1251\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1251\" data-end=\"1271\"\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"1272\" data-end=\"1294\"\u003ePterophyllum scalare\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1294\" data-end=\"1297\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1297\" data-end=\"1311\"\u003eFish Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cichlid\u003cbr data-start=\"1319\" data-end=\"1322\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1322\" data-end=\"1337\"\u003eWater Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Freshwater\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1352\" data-end=\"1379\"\u003eNatural Range \u0026amp; Habitat:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1380\" data-end=\"1919\"\u003eThe Manacapuru Angelfish is a locality-associated form of \u003cem data-start=\"1438\" data-end=\"1460\"\u003ePterophyllum scalare\u003c\/em\u003e, linked in the aquarium trade with the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1500\" data-end=\"1545\"\u003eManacapuru region of the Brazilian Amazon\u003c\/strong\u003e. The species \u003cem data-start=\"1559\" data-end=\"1581\"\u003ePterophyllum scalare\u003c\/em\u003e is native to South America, including the Amazon River basin in Peru, Colombia and Brazil, as well as rivers of Amapá, the Oyapock in French Guiana and the Essequibo in Guyana. Wild angelfish inhabit swamps, flooded grounds and quiet vegetated waters where aquatic and riverbank vegetation is dense. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1921\" data-end=\"1948\"\u003eAppearance \u0026amp; Adult Size:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1949\" data-end=\"2545\"\u003eThis form has the classic tall, laterally compressed angelfish profile with long dorsal and anal fins. The body is typically silver to grey with dark vertical bars, while mature fish can develop a rich red, rust or orange flush across the shoulder and upper back. Colour intensity varies with age, mood, sex, diet, lighting and water conditions. Adults usually reach around \u003cstrong data-start=\"2323\" data-end=\"2347\"\u003e15 cm in body length\u003c\/strong\u003e, but their height with fins can be much greater, so aquarium depth is very important. FishBase lists \u003cem data-start=\"2449\" data-end=\"2471\"\u003ePterophyllum scalare\u003c\/em\u003e at up to around 15 cm total length. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2547\" data-end=\"2571\"\u003eAquarium Suitability:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2572\" data-end=\"2991\"\u003eRed Shoulder Manacapuru Angelfish are best suited to mature tropical aquariums with height, open swimming space and plenty of structure. They look especially impressive in planted aquariums with tall plants, bogwood, roots, leaf litter and subdued lighting. Although generally peaceful for a cichlid, they are not suitable for very small aquariums, fin-nipping communities or tanks with tiny fish that may be swallowed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2993\" data-end=\"3022\"\u003eRecommended Aquarium Size:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3023\" data-end=\"3476\"\u003eA practical minimum is \u003cstrong data-start=\"3046\" data-end=\"3099\"\u003e200 litres for a pair or small group of juveniles\u003c\/strong\u003e, with larger aquariums of \u003cstrong data-start=\"3126\" data-end=\"3152\"\u003e250–300 litres or more\u003c\/strong\u003e preferred for a group. A tank height of at least \u003cstrong data-start=\"3202\" data-end=\"3211\"\u003e50 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e is strongly recommended for adult fish, particularly large specimens. FishBase notes a minimum aquarium length of around 100 cm for \u003cem data-start=\"3344\" data-end=\"3366\"\u003ePterophyllum scalare\u003c\/em\u003e, while specialist aquarium guidance recommends tall aquaria for adults. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"3478\" data-end=\"3498\"\u003eWater Conditions:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3499\" data-end=\"4029\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3499\" data-end=\"3515\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 25–29°C\u003cbr data-start=\"3523\" data-end=\"3526\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3526\" data-end=\"3533\"\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.0–7.5\u003cbr data-start=\"3541\" data-end=\"3544\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3544\" data-end=\"3557\"\u003eHardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft to moderately hard, with softer water preferred\u003cbr data-start=\"3610\" data-end=\"3613\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3613\" data-end=\"3634\"\u003eAdditional Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stable, warm, clean water is more important than chasing exact numbers. Gentle to moderate flow, good filtration and regular water changes are recommended. Avoid cool community conditions, sudden pH swings and immature aquariums. FishBase lists \u003cem data-start=\"3880\" data-end=\"3892\"\u003eP. scalare\u003c\/em\u003e as a freshwater, benthopelagic species with a pH range around 6.0–8.0 and hardness around 5–13 dH. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"4031\" data-end=\"4059\"\u003eTemperament \u0026amp; Tank Mates:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4060\" data-end=\"4099\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4060\" data-end=\"4082\"\u003eAquarium Category:\u003c\/strong\u003e Community Fish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4101\" data-end=\"4417\"\u003eRed Shoulder Manacapuru Angelfish are generally peaceful with suitable fish, but mature pairs may become territorial when breeding. Good tank mates include larger peaceful tetras, Corydoras, bristlenose plecs, medium rasboras, peaceful gouramis, hatchetfish, pencilfish and calm dwarf cichlids in spacious aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4419\" data-end=\"4647\"\u003eAvoid Tiger Barbs and other fin-nippers, aggressive cichlids, very boisterous feeders and tiny fish such as small tetras or fry. Young fish may be grown on in groups, but adult pairs can become dominant and may need extra space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"4649\" data-end=\"4660\"\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4661\" data-end=\"5072\"\u003eRed Shoulder Manacapuru Angelfish are omnivorous with a strong appetite for small meaty foods. Offer high-quality tropical flakes, soft granules and small cichlid pellets, supported with frozen or live foods such as brineshrimp, bloodworm, daphnia, mysis and mosquito larvae. A varied diet helps support colour, condition and breeding behaviour. Feed measured portions, as angelfish can be enthusiastic feeders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"5074\" data-end=\"5103\"\u003eBehaviour in the Aquarium:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5104\" data-end=\"5454\"\u003eThis fish usually occupies the middle levels of the aquarium, gliding between plants and wood rather than constantly darting around. Once settled, it becomes confident and responsive, often approaching the front of the tank at feeding time. Pairs may select broad leaves, slate, wood or filter pipes as spawning sites and defend the area around them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"5456\" data-end=\"5470\"\u003eCare Notes:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5471\" data-end=\"5913\"\u003eProvide a mature aquarium with stable warm water and enough vertical space for proper fin development. Avoid sharp décor that may damage the fins. Do not mix with fin-nipping fish or very small tank mates. Manacapuru-type angelfish often show their best red shoulder colour as they mature, so young fish may look less intense than adults. Keep stress low, maintain good water quality and offer a varied diet to bring out their best condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"5915\" data-end=\"5934\"\u003eRecommended For:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5935\" data-end=\"5959\"\u003eBeginner to intermediate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"5961\" data-end=\"5977\"\u003eAvailability:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5978\" data-end=\"6070\"\u003eOccasional \/ Premium locality form \/ Captive-bred or specialist import depending on supplier\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"6072\" data-end=\"6092\"\u003eImage Disclaimer:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6093\" data-end=\"6288\"\u003eAll images are a visual representation of the fish you will receive, made to be as accurate as possible. 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