Platinum Veil Tail Angelfish
A silver-white platinum angelfish carrying extended veil finnage, which greatly lengthens the trailing fins. Slow, graceful and needing genuine tank height.
Feeding
Omnivorous. Quality flake and pellets, frozen bloodworm, brine shrimp and mysis.
Compatibility
Peaceful 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 personality
Slow, deliberate and constantly aware of the tank. Pairs bond strongly and will defend a spawning site against everything else.
Before you buy
Needs a tall tank – a standard low aquarium will not suffice.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Species | Platinum Veil Tail Angelfish |
| Origin | Indonesia |
| Size (adult) | 6 inches |
| Temperature | 75-82°F |
| Water pH | 8.1-8.4 |
| Water hardness | 7-8 dGH |
FAQ
What is the ideal tank size for this angelfish?
A tall tank is required. A standard low aquarium will not be sufficient due to the fish’s need for vertical space and swimming behavior.
Are Platinum Veil Tail Angelfish aggressive?
They are peaceful when young but become increasingly territorial as adults, especially when paired. They may attack small fish like neon tetras or shrimp.
What do they eat?
Omnivorous. Feed with high-quality flake and pellet foods, as well as frozen options like bloodworm, brine shrimp, and mysis.
Alexander Avery –
The fish is beautiful with its long, flowing veil fins. We kept it in a 40-gallon tall tank and it’s very active and calm. It pairs well with other juveniles and shows strong bonding behavior. Only recommend for experienced aquarists with proper tank height.
Connor Ince –
Great visual impact in a tall tank. The fish is slow-moving and very attentive. We started with five juveniles and they formed pairs naturally. Feeding is straightforward with a mix of flakes and frozen foods.
Una Hardacre –
Looks stunning, but requires a tall tank. We had to upgrade our setup to accommodate it. The fish is peaceful initially but becomes territorial after a few months. Needs careful tankmate selection.