Angelfish vs Thazard-bâtard
Pterophyllum scalare comparé à Acanthocybium solandri
Taxonomy & Classification
| Attribut | Angelfish | Thazard-bâtard |
|---|---|---|
| Nom scientifique | Pterophyllum scalare | Acanthocybium solandri |
| Ordre | Cichliformes | Scombriformes |
| Famille | Cichlidae | Scombridae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Physical Traits
| Attribut | Angelfish | Thazard-bâtard |
|---|---|---|
| Longueur maximale | 15,0 cm | 250,0 cm |
| Poids maximum | 0,03 kg | 83,0 kg |
| Couleur | Silver to pale gold body with four bold black vertical bars including one through the eye; tall triangular dorsal and ventral fins are translucent silver; domesticated forms include gold, black, and marbled variants. | Iridescent dark blue-green back with a silvery-white belly; distinct blue or grey vertical tiger-like bars and spots along the flanks that fade quickly after death; fins dusky. |
Habitat & Environment
| Attribut | Angelfish | Thazard-bâtard |
|---|---|---|
| Type d'eau | Freshwater | Saltwater |
| Plage de profondeur | — | 0-20m |
| Aire de répartition | Native to the Amazon River basin and associated river systems in Peru, Colombia, and Brazil. Inhabits densely vegetated floodplain swamps, flooded igapó forests, and slow … | Circumglobal in tropical and subtropical waters of all major ocean basins. Favors clear offshore waters around oceanic islands, reef drop-offs, and current edges in the … |
| Habitat | Slow-moving rivers and flooded forests of the Amazon basin, particularly white-water and clear-water rivers. Warm water (24-30°C); inhabits areas with submerged vegetation and driftwood. | Pelagic |
Aquarium Suitability
| Attribut | Angelfish | Thazard-bâtard |
|---|---|---|
| Taille minimale de l'aquarium | 190 L | — |
| Température | 24-28 | — |
| Plage de pH | 6.0-7.5 | — |
| Niveau d'entretien | Moderate | — |
| Tempérament | Semi-Aggressive | — |
Informations sur la pêche
| Attribut | Angelfish | Thazard-bâtard |
|---|---|---|
| Poisson de pêche sportive | Non | Oui |
| Cote de combativité | — | 8/10 |
| Record du monde | — | — |
| Teneur en mercure | — | — |
Cuisine & Edibility
Angelfish
Not consumed — a graceful ornamental cichlid valued for its triangular body shape and striking vertical banding; widely kept in freshwater community tanks.
Thazard-bâtard
Delicate, flaky white flesh with a mild, sweet flavor and very low fat. Among the finest-tasting sport fish; best grilled, seared, or served as ceviche to preserve its subtle flavor.
Species Overview
Angelfish
The freshwater angelfish is a majestic cichlid with a laterally compressed body and long, flowing dorsal and anal fins. Native to the Amazon basin, it has been selectively bred into numerous color varieties including marble, koi, and platinum.
Thazard-bâtard
The wahoo is one of the fastest fish in the ocean, capable of reaching speeds of 97 km/h. Its elongated, torpedo-shaped body and razor-sharp teeth make it an efficient pelagic predator found in tropical and subtropical waters worldwide.