Manacapuru Red Back Angelfish (Pterophyllum scalare "Manacapuru")

Quarantined freshwater angelfish for taller planted aquariums and carefully selected community setups.

The Manacapuru Red Back Angelfish is a sought-after red-shouldered locality form of Pterophyllum scalare associated with the Manacapuru region of Brazil. As mature fish develop, the warm red back can create an exceptional natural-style angelfish display.

Why This Angelfish Stands Out

• Desirable red-back angelfish locality form
• Natural wild-type silhouette with mature colour potential
• Excellent choice for taller biotope-inspired or planted displays

Aquarium Setup & Behaviour

Provide a tall aquarium with stable water, vertical structure, open swimming room and calm tankmates. Manacapuru Red Backs are especially impressive in deeper, taller displays as they mature.

Juveniles can be grown in groups in a suitable aquarium so natural hierarchy and future pairing develop; established breeding pairs may become territorial.

Feeding

Provide varied quality foods and regular frozen/live supplementation to support healthy growth and mature red-back colour development.

Topick Aquarium Livestock Standard

All fish at Topick Aquarium are carefully quarantined and conditioned to our stable local tap water before sale. Although angelfish may be described in literature as preferring softer or more acidic natural conditions, we prioritize stable systems, gradual acclimation, good filtration, and healthy feeding before they become available to customers.

Care Summary

• Scientific Name: Pterophyllum scalare "Manacapuru"
• Adult Size: Up to approximately 15 cm body length, with tall fins
• Care Level: Intermediate
• Recommended Tank: Tall, mature freshwater aquarium with stable filtration and appropriate tankmates

Frequently Asked Questions

Will a juvenile Manacapuru Red Back already show a strong red back?
Not always. The red shoulder/back coloration often becomes more apparent as fish grow and mature.

Is Manacapuru Red Back the same as a standard domestic angelfish?
It is a Pterophyllum scalare form valued for its locality-associated red-back appearance rather than a typical domestic colour morph.

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