1. My Favorite Fish: The Angelfish William

2. Habitat The origin is the Amazon region of South America. They are found in the rivers and lakes of tropical South America. They are also found in the shallow tropical waters of the Atlantic, Pacific, and Indian oceans.

3. Food Chain Angelfish eat small fish, bloodworms, black worms, living insects, brine shrimp and insect larva. Larger fish, water birds, alligators, and sometimes humans, eat angelfish.

4. Reproduction The appearance of genital papillae shows that an Angelfish is about to reproduce. The genital papillae or nipples are used for depositing and fertilizing eggs. After they pick a breeding area, they clean it for a few days before reproducing. The female Angelfish lays about 1000 eggs on the surface of plants, rocks, submerged logs or flattened leafs. The eggs hatch in about 24-36 hours.

5. Behavior and Genetic Traits Angelfish have flat bodies which allow them to hide among roots, plants, and vertical surfaces. Angelfish have the capability of growing as long as six inches. The lifespan of an Angelfish is 10-15 years.