Generally, it is a very peaceful fish and it can get territorial during the breeding period. You can keep Angelfish with other peaceful species of cichlids like Ram, Kribs and Keyhole Cichlids. But you should avoid keeping it with aggressive cichlids like Oscar and African cichlids.

Can angelfish breed with other cichlids?

Generally, it is a very peaceful fish and it can get territorial during the breeding period. You can keep Angelfish with other peaceful species of cichlids like Ram, Kribs and Keyhole Cichlids. But you should avoid keeping it with aggressive cichlids like Oscar and African cichlids.

Can angelfish breed with other fish?

There’s a good chance the breeding pair isn’t actually compatible, and you’ll want to find a different mate for each fish. Try placing them back into a bigger aquarium and wait for them to pair off with other mates. Let the angelfish rear their own fry if desired.

What is the best tank mate for angelfish?

10 Best Angelfish Tank Mates

  1. Boesemani Rainbow Fish (Melanotaenia boesemani)
  2. Corydoras Catfish (Corydoras sp.)
  3. Dwarf Gourami (Trichogaster lalius)
  4. Praecox Rainbow Fish (Melanotaenia praecox)
  5. Zebra Loaches (Botia striata)
  6. Platies (Xiphophorus maculatus)
  7. Mollies (Poecilia sp.)
  8. Kribensis (Pelvicachromis pulcher)

How do you trigger angelfish to breed?

We find the best trigger for spawning is to put the pair by themselves in a very large tank – like a 40 gal or bigger. Your aquarium water temperature should probably be between 72° and 82° F. We’ve had angelfish spawn in the upper 60’s as well as in the lower 90’s, but we feel the extremes should be avoided.

Will angelfish eat their own fry?

Although angelfish are generally regarded as exemplary parents in the aquatic world, they can and will eat their own eggs and fry if they’re young parents or if certain conditions aren’t met.

What fish can I keep with Severums?

The best Severum tank mates among the most popular species are the Blue, Pearl, Kissing, and Moonlight Gourami. Smaller species like Dwarf, Honey, and Croaking Gouramis are at risk of being bullied, if not eaten, by a Severum. Gourami are mostly tank-bred and thrive in a wide range of water conditions.

How many times a day do you feed angelfish?

As you angelfish age, you can feed them more pellets and flakes than live foods. For general guidelines, younger angelfish need to eat 3 to 4 times a day. After they grow to full size, however, cut back the amount of food and stick to a strict schedule. Angelfish will overeat and become overweight if fed too much.

Do angelfish eat their babies?

In most cases, adult angelfish will not eat their young, especially if they have already had a few litters. Keeping the fry with the parent pair will delay another reproductive cycle because the parents will be focused on the babies in the tank.

Can angelfish and Severum live together?

If you want to keep Angelfish and Severums together, you’ll need at least a 55 gallon aquarium because they can be aggressive towards each other. After all, they are both cichlids.

Are Severum cichlids aggressive fish?

While tank mates should be selected with careful consideration, it is possible to find plenty of compatible tank mates for them. Severum Cichlids are not very aggressive fish, at least in comparison to many other cichlid species. Other than their aggressive behavior during spawning, they are reasonably calm and docile.

How do you breed Severum cichlids?

In order to breed Severum Cichlids, a breeding pair must be formed. The easiest way to create breeding pairs is to buy a group of juveniles, and let them pair up on their own. Once a breeding pair is identified, they can be encouraged to breed by isolating the pair for approximately 2 weeks.

Do Severum and Green Terror fish get along?

Regarding the aggressive behaviors, it is important to remember that each fish is different. Some Severum and Green Terror may get along, while others may not. It is important to provide adequate space to increase the chance of them successfully coexisting. It is also important to have a backup plan, just in case the fish do not get along.