An angelfish in near-solid velvet black throughout. Tall, dramatic and a striking contrast against pale planting.FeedingOmnivorous. Quality flake and pellets, frozen bloodworm, brine shrimp and mysis.CompatibilityPeaceful when young and increasingly territorial as adults, particularly once paired. Will eat small fish such as neon tetras and shrimp. Best with medium-sized calm tankmates. Keep as a group of five or more juveniles and let pairs form, or keep a single adult pair.Behaviour and personalitySlow, deliberate and constantly aware of the tank. Pairs bond strongly and will defend a spawning site against everything else.Before you buyNeeds a tall tank - a standard low aquarium will not accommodate the finnage properly. Sold at coin size and grows into a large fish that will eat anything small enough to fit in its mouth.
