Koi Super Red Devil Angelfish

The Koi Super Red Devil Angelfish is a stunning color morph of Pterophyllum scalare known for its intense, fiery red-orange coloration contrasted by classic koi-style white, black, and yellow patterns. With their tall, elegant fins and bold personality, these angelfish make an eye-catching centerpiece for medium to large freshwater aquariums. Selectively bred for vibrant pigmentation, each fish displays a unique pattern, ensuring no two individuals look the same. They’re a hardy, peaceful cichlid perfect for planted tanks and proud display aquariums.

Care Sheet – Koi Super Red Devil Angelfish (Pterophyllum scalare)

Temperament

• Semi-peaceful cichlid

• Best kept singly, as a pair, or in a small group

• May become territorial during breeding

Adult Size

• 6 inches long

• Up to 8–10 inches tall with fins

Minimum Tank Size

• 30 gallons for a single

• 55 gallons+ recommended for groups

Water Parameters

• Temperature: 76–82°F

• pH: 6.5–7.5

• Hardness: Soft to moderately hard

• Ammonia/Nitrite: 0 ppm

• Nitrate: <20–30 ppm

Diet

• Omnivorous

• Offer a varied diet of:

  • High-quality flakes/pellets for cichlids

  • Frozen foods (bloodworms, brine shrimp, mysis)

  • Occasional veggie flakes or blanched greens

• Strong diet variety helps maintain intense red coloration

Behavior & Compatibility

• Good for peaceful community tanks with appropriate tankmates:

  • Larger tetras (rummy nose, black skirts, lemons)

  • Gouramis

  • Corydoras

  • Plecos

• Avoid:

  • Very small fish (neon-sized fish may be eaten when angels mature)

  • Aggressive cichlids

  • Fin-nippers (tiger barbs, serpaes)

Aquarium Setup

• Tall tank preferred for their fin height

• Planted or semi-planted layout

• Gentle filtration and calm flow

• Open midwater swimming area

• Driftwood and tall plants create natural comfort zones

Care Level

• Easy to moderate

• Ideal for hobbyists with some community fish experience

Lifespan

• 6–10 years with excellent care

Special Notes

• Their red coloration intensifies with high-quality foods and clean, stable water

• Each fish is uniquely patterned—premium “show-grade” appearance

• Can form pair bonds and may display mild territorial behavior during breeding