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Angelfish have attracted me since I had them as a kid. Breeding them is usually not difficult, and this article will include some interesting similarities to the discus ( including an experiment I conducted with the two).
Maybe you already have some angelfish you want to breed or maybe you will buy some for just this purpose. Angelfish come in a variety of colors, fin shape and length. I don't want to start each of these articles with a how to buy your fish paragraph but, angelfish can be easily killed by a desease that effects mostly discus and angels. It is best to buy angels that have been in the store at least a week or more. Buy this time they should show signs of the desease if they are going to get it.
If you are looking for an easy way to breed angels, find a store with a tank full of adults. If you watch them for a while and they have been together long enough, you should be able to spot a pair. Angelfish will often breed in an comunity aquarium. Watch for two fish who hang around together. Signs of breeding preperation include: Cleaning an area together, fighting off others together, and hanging out in a corner together.
A group of five will usually produce a pair. Angels will usually start breeding when the body reaches the size of a half dollar. Watch for two fish who hang around together. Signs of breeding preperation include: Cleaning an area together, fighting off others together, and hanging out in a corner together. The females breeding tube will also be evedent if they are planning on laying eggs soon.
If they want to breed they will find a place to lay the eggs, but it might work out better for you if a specific site is provided. A three inch by twelve ince piece of tile leaned up against the side of the aquarium works good. Angelfish will pair off an dbreed fairly easily if well fed and kept in clean water. A temp of 78-80f works well.
If you get eggs you will have to make some descisions. If your fish are in a tank with others you will need to provide a seperate tank for the pair. Angelfish do not defent their fry as well as other cichlids. You will need to decide if you will raise the babies or let the parents do it.
I will finish this article write and others as time permits.
