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[JackMack]

Hi guys,

I'm currently cycling one of the first 'larger' tanks I ever bought and am hoping to breed some angel fish in it.
Only problem is that I also wanted to get a nice aquascape going on with some plant life, some natural slate and gold vine.
I still need to fit some better lights than the single 24" tube currently in it. 

My questions are:
 

A. How many 24" tubes am I looking at to get some low light plants to thrive? (The tank is 50cm top to bottom)
B. Are angels easy enough to breed in a planted tank in terms of retrieving eggs? I imagine having a designated breeding cone would help.

Any advice is welcome.

Cheers

[Redevilz]

How long's the tank?

[JackMack]

Only 80cm.

[Terry]

They will more than likely spawn on the nicest leaf on your favourite plant. I have had them breeding on a piece of slate for years and as soon as a sword plant is put in that's were they spawn.

[JackMack]

Thanks for the info Terry.
While you're 'here', can you give me an idea as to what ideal water conditions are for breeding angels?


Cheers

[Terry]

My PH is usually around 7 to 7.5  I don't bother with Kh or GH, don't overcrowd them and do weekly 20% waterchanges.

[JackMack]

So they aren't too fussy?
I've kept a good 5-10 angels before ranging from 2cm-12cm but have never attempted to breed them.
I plan to get my substrate ASAP just as soon as I find the best 'value for money' option.

What strains of proven breeders have you got at the moment Terry?

Cheers

[JackMack]

And just quickly, are hybrid angels frowned upon?
I have just come across a group of six angels for a good price and am considering trying to get a pair or two out of them.

Cheers