Blue Pinoy Angelfish
Of course, all freshwater angelfish originated in South America, but this particular color variety was developed by fish breeder Ken Kennedy in Pinoy, Philippine Islands. Hence, this angelfish originated there and will always be considered a Filipino angel. These fish have a nice, subtle blue color gene that gets more and more dominant as the angelfish ages. This variety, to be called a Pinoy Angelfish, must be related to the original strain from Pinoy.
Please do not confuse these with lower-priced blue zebra angelfish. For reasons unknown (well, probably to help sell them), sites are calling simple blue zebra angelfish “pinoy blue zebra angelfish.” They aren’t.
Quick Facts
| Scientific Name | Pterophyllum scalare |
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FAQ
Where did the Blue Pinoy Angelfish originate?
The Blue Pinoy Angelfish was developed by fish breeder Ken Kennedy in Pinoy, Philippine Islands, and is considered a Filipino angel due to its origin there.
How does the color of the Blue Pinoy Angelfish change over time?
The blue color gene in Blue Pinoy Angelfish becomes more dominant as the fish ages, developing a more intense and noticeable blue hue over time.
Is this the same as a blue zebra angelfish?
No. This is not the same as a blue zebra angelfish. The term ‘pinoy blue zebra’ is sometimes misused by sellers to describe simple blue zebra angelfish, which are unrelated to the original Pinoy strain.
Donna Greene –
I bought a Blue Pinoy Angelfish for my 55-gallon tank. It’s been two months and the blue color has become much more vibrant. The fish is calm and active, and it blends well with the other species. I’m happy with the quality and the clarity of the color development over time.
Anne Cameron –
The fish arrived healthy and seems to be adjusting well. The blue tone is subtle at first but grows stronger as it ages. I appreciate that it’s not a common variety, so it stands out in my tank.
Lillian Miller –
This is a true Pinoy Angelfish, not a zebra variant. I was cautious because of misleading online listings, but the fish matches the description perfectly. It’s a beautiful addition to my freshwater setup.