Wild-Type Rio Negro Elegance in Standard and Veil
For keepers drawn to the natural look of an Amazon wild-type angel, the Sao Gabriel Crossbreed F4 Angelfish (Pterophyllum scalare) captures the striking barred, red-crowned look of the São Gabriel locality on the upper Rio Negro. This is a fourth-generation (F4) line-bred cross developed from São Gabriel stock — pairing the bold vertical barring, warm red-brown crown, and long trailing finnage of its wild ancestors with the vigor and adaptability of tank-raised fish. Offered in classic Standard and dramatic Veil finnage, it brings the presence of a blackwater wild-type angel to your aquarium without the fragility of a fresh import.
Sao Gabriel Crossbreed F4 Angelfish Key Features
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São Gabriel Heritage: Descended from the prized São Gabriel locality of the upper Rio Negro, with classic wild-type barring and a warm red-brown crown.
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F4 Line-Bred Vigor: A fourth-generation, tank-raised cross — hardier and more adaptable than wild-caught imports while keeping the wild look.
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Standard & Veil Finnage: Available as classic Standard fins or long, flowing Veil fins.
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Long Filament Extensions: Trailing ventral filaments and extended dorsal and anal fins give this line real elegance.
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Graceful & Social: Angelfish are semi-social cichlids that display best in small groups with tall, open swimming space.
Sao Gabriel Crossbreed F4 Angelfish Care Requirements
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Tank Size: Minimum 30 gallons for a pair; 55 gallons or more for a group. Tall tanks suit their body shape and long finnage.
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Water Temperature: 78–82°F (25–28°C). Warm, stable water suits this Amazon-descended cichlid.
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pH Range: 6.0–7.2. Soft, slightly acidic water reflects their Rio Negro blackwater origin; tank-raised F4 fish also adapt to moderately hard water.
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Diet: Omnivorous. Feed quality flakes and granules with frozen or live bloodworms, brine shrimp, and daphnia to fuel color and condition.
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Tank Mates: Peaceful, non-nipping companions such as larger tetras (rummynose, cardinal), corydoras, and dwarf cichlids like rams. Avoid fin-nippers that target the long finnage.
Why Choose Our Sao Gabriel Crossbreed F4 Angelfish
Angelfish reward patient acclimation with years of graceful, interactive display. At Amazonia Tropical Fish LLC, our Sao Gabriel Crossbreed F4 Angelfish undergo a rigorous, multi-week quarantine process. They are prophylactically treated for internal and external parasites and are verified to be eating well before they are ever offered for sale. You are receiving premium, stabilized stock.
Shipping & Live Arrival Guarantee
We safely ship these angelfish nationwide from our US-based facility using specialized, insulated packaging. Every order is fully covered by our Live Arrival Guarantee.
















