Koi Angelfish
An angelfish patterned in orange, white and black in the koi style, the orange crown often deepening when the fish is settled and well fed.
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.
Tank Requirements
| Minimum Tank Size | Tall, vertical space required |
|---|---|
| Standard low aquarium not suitable | Recommended to use a tall tank |
FAQ
What kind of food does the Koi Angelfish eat?
Omnivorous. Best fed quality flake and pellets, along with frozen foods like bloodworm, brine shrimp, and mysis.
Can Koi Angelfish be kept with other fish?
They are peaceful when young but become territorial as adults. Best kept with medium-sized, calm tankmates. Avoid small fish like neon tetras or shrimp. A group of five or more juveniles is recommended, or a single adult pair.
How does the fish behave in a tank?
The Koi Angelfish is slow-moving and highly aware of its surroundings. Pairs form strong bonds and will defend a spawning site from other fish.
Ian Short –
The Koi Angelfish looks stunning with its vibrant orange and black pattern. After a few weeks, the orange crown deepened noticeably when fed regularly. I kept them in a tall 55-gallon tank with peaceful community fish. They became quite territorial once mature, so I kept them in a group of five. The fish are active and watchful, always near the surface.
Amelia Slater –
Beautiful fish with a unique koi-inspired pattern. They do need a tall tank, which I had to upgrade to. Feeding them a mix of flakes and frozen foods keeps them healthy. They were initially calm but started showing territorial behavior after a few months. I now keep them in a group to reduce stress.
Eric Morrison –
The fish are very active and curious. They spend most of their time near the top of the tank, constantly scanning the surroundings. I noticed the orange crown darkens when they’re well-fed. I keep them with larger, calm species and avoid small fish. A good choice for a visually appealing aquarium.