Freshwater angelfish
Pterophyllum altum
Where at Shedd?
Amazon Rising
| Diet | Insects, worms, crustaceans, and other fishes |
|---|---|
| Size | Length: Up to 7 inches (18 cm) |
| Type | Fishes |
| Range | South America |
| Habitat | Freshwaters of the Amazon, upper Negro, and Orinoco River basins |
Did you know?
- Cichlids are protective parents. They guard the young for several weeks, even once they can swim on their own.