Zebra Lace Angelfish 4.5cm

Zebra Lace Angelfish

The angelfish is one of the most recognizable aquarium fish species and is a great tropical fish species to keep. After extensive captive breeding, many colour variations have been created. One of which is the zebra lace angelfish which stays a bit more true to the wild colouration of angelfish. This angelfish gets its name due to the characteristic zebra-like stripes it sports from head to tail. These bold black stripes are contrasted with a glittering silver body and a unique jade green look on the top half of their lateral line.

The other contrast factor is their blood-red eye which is a small factor that stands out really well in this angelfish. Zebra Lace angelfish are a great addition to planted tanks as their glittering silver and dark black will stand out amazingly against the greenery of plants.  just like other angelfish variants, the blushing angel makes a great peaceful fish for aquariums.

Trying to find the males and females is not only the Zebra Lace angel but angelfish, in general, is somewhat difficult when they are small however dominant males will develop a small hump on their head. 100% certainly is only achieved when a breeding pair is formed. Zebra Lace angelfish are not found in the wild as they are captive bred and created color variation however the angelfish, in general, is from South America.

Tank Recommendations for your Zebra Lace Angelfish 

The Zebra Lace angel is a colour variation of the common Scalare angelfish species meaning it has the same aquarium needs as any other angelfish variety. Reaching around 15 cm long and a decent 20 cm tall. Because of this, they would need to be kept in a tank that is at least 100 liters. Zebra angelfish are not exactly a solitary species and should be kept in mated pairs or shoals. However, they will need space as they can be territorial at times so having a good footprint in the aquarium is always best. A sand or gravel substrate is perfectly fine but a well-planted aquarium with lots of branching driftwood and rock will be greatly appreciated by these angelfish. This species is most active when lights are turned on during the day

Suitable Tank Buddies

The Albino Blushing Angelfish is fairly peaceful with aggression only ever coming out during breeding males however they may eat very small fish fry and shrimp. With adequate space, these fish will get along with a wide range of community fish. it has however been noted that angelfish can possibly be aggressive against fish species that look similar.

Usually Compatible

Tetras, gouramis, corydoras, angelfish, barbs dwarf cichlids such as rams, and large peaceful cichlids such as Uaru or Severums.

Sometime Compatible

Semi-aggressive or territorial cichlids like fire mouths, convicts cichlids, and similar species.

Rarely Compatible 

large aggressive species such as African cichlids, Oscars, and Jaguar cichlids.

Feeding your Zebra Lace Angelfish
Angelfish in general are a very easy species to feed that will take to a wide range of aquarium foods like pellets or flakes. They are naturally omnivore that feeds off plant matter like algae and small insects and crustaceans so a well-balanced aquarium food that has good protein and green content would be best. Feeding should occur once a day and it is best to do so when the lights are on.