Veiltail Half Black Angelfish
- Live Arrival Guarantee
- All our live fish, shrimp, snails are care with love and passion, when through minimum of 14 days quarantined and shipped from Splashy Fish facility in Springfield, Virginia, USA
This is only apply to live fish order.
What is Our Live Arrival Guarantee?
Benefit from our extensive experience in shipping live fish. In 2021, our records indicated a mere 0.5% dead-on-arrival (DOA) rate for all live fish orders, compared to the industry standard of 1.5%. These numbers translate to only 5 out of 1000 orders experiencing DOA fish.
At Splashy Fish, customer satisfaction is our priority. That's why we provide a 100% Live Arrival Guarantee on all animals shipped via USPS, UPS, or FedEx. Please note - Splashy Fish reserves the right to void Live Arrival Guarantee protection under the following circumstances:
- The customer has chosen USPS First Class Mail as a shipping method.
- The shipping address is a PO Box address
- The order was refused delivery by the customer.
- If the order is returned to the sender for any reason. For instance, an incorrect shipping address, an undeliverable address, etc.
- The order was held for pick up at USPS, UPS, and FedEx offices for longer than 24 hours after the last update on the tracking number.
- The Live Arrival Guarantee claim does not include all the requirements mentioned below
- The Live Arrival Guarantee claim is made after the claim period mentioned below.
- The animals are not in their original packaging
Live Arrival Guarantee Claim Period:
For Live Fish and other invertebrates, one and a half hours (1.5 hours) after the posted delivery time.
For Snails: 48 hours after the posted delivery time.
Steps to claim Splashy Fish's Live Arrival Guarantee:
- Take a picture of the shipping box and the shipping label.
- For live fish and other invertebrates: Please provide two pictures of each bag (containing the dead fish) upon arrival. Ensure the images display the bag in its original, unopened condition with the original rubber band intact
- For Snails: Position the snail in one corner of the tank. If the snail does not move within 48 hours, please take several pictures of the snail's opening
- Send an email to DOA@splashyfishstore.com with the subject line: DOA and Your Order Number, or message us on social media.
- In the body of the email, include your tracking number.
- The claim must be sent within the claim period mentioned above.
After submitting the required information, please allow us 1-3 business days to determine the cause of the issue. If the claim is valid and approved by our team, you will
- Receive a store credit for future purchases, excluding the shipping cost, of the dead-on-arrival fish
If the Live Arrival Guarantee claim does not meet all listed requirements, Splashy Fish reserves the right to reject it.
Shipping live animals and plants is a complex process, and temperature plays a crucial role in ensuring the safe and secure delivery of your order.
If the highest daytime temperature in your location and the lowest nighttime temperature here in Springfield, Virginia—where our facility is situated—fall below 40°F or exceed 90°F, we will proactively delay your order. This measure is taken to prioritize the well-being of the animals and plants.
For the safety of our living cargo and to protect your investment, we retain the right to suspend shipping as necessary due to extreme weather conditions. Our Splashy Fish team will assess the situation and determine if it is unsuitable to ship, considering the safety of the animals.
To stay informed or address any questions or concerns, feel free to reach out to our dedicated Splashy Fish Support team via email at support@splashyfishstore.com.
Once our team prints and packs your order, we'll notify you via email. This notification will include your tracking number and the expected arrival day. If you opt for UPS 2 Day shipping, your package should arrive within 2 days after shipment. Similarly, if you choose UPS 1 Day, your order will reach you the day after it is shipped. In the case of orders containing only plants or dry goods, they may be shipped via USPS, provided that this is the selected shipping option during checkout.
We ship all of the customer orders from our warehouse located in Springfield, VA. We pack and ship our orders depending on the orders with the exception of someday we cannot ship out live fish.
All Orders: will be shipped out from Monday to Thursday each week for overnight shipping by UPS.
Sunday: (Splashy Day) Today is the day we let our hard-working team members and our fish to destress and ready for the following week's shipment.
For more information regarding about shipping please visit us our Shipping Policy and Schedule
The Veiltail Half Black Angelfish is a stunning freshwater angelfish variety known for two things hobbyists love: the bold half-black split coloration and the extra-long, flowing veil fins. With a bright silver or white front half and a deep black rear half-finished with dramatic, ribbon-like fins-this angelfish brings a graceful “show fish” look to planted and community aquariums.
Bred from classic Pterophyllum scalare (freshwater angelfish) lines, the Veiltail Half Black strain has remained popular for years because it combines a relatively stable pattern with a more elegant fin type. Like other angelfish, it does best in warm, well-filtered aquariums with vertical swimming space, calm flow, and plenty of plants or tall décor that mimic its natural habitat and help it feel secure.
A full-grown Veiltail Half Black Angelfish typically reaches 6 inches (15 cm) in body height and can appear 8-10 inches (20-25 cm) or more tall when the veil fins fully extend. The front half usually shows silver, white, or light metallic tones, while the back half develops rich black pigmentation that often deepens with age, quality nutrition, and stable water conditions. Because the fins and contrast can vary slightly from fish to fish, each specimen has its own unique “signature” look.
Veiltail Half Black Angelfish are semi-peaceful, intelligent, and observant. They’re usually calm in a well-planned community setup, but may become territorial when pairing off or breeding. Good Veiltail Half Black Angelfish tank mates include: medium-to-large Tetras, Corydoras catfish, peaceful Gouramis, Rainbowfish, and Bristlenose plecos. Avoid aggressive fish, known fin-nippers, and very small tank mates that could be mistaken for food-especially since veiltail fins are more tempting targets.
At Splashy Fish tropical fish store, our Veiltail Half Black Angelfish for sale and other Angelfish are tank-bred, grown, and sold with love and care. Visit our fish store online or aquarium in Virginia for more high-quality freshwater fish, such as betta fish, aquatic plants, freshwater shrimp, and other aquarium supplies.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM THIS FISH:
- Classic two-tone black and silver coloration
- Elegant body shape with long flowing fins
- Intelligent, interactive freshwater fish
- Ideal centerpiece for community aquariums
- Hardy and long-lived with proper care
- Excellent for planted and display tanks
RECOMMENDED TANK PARAMETERS:
- Tank Size: Minimum 30 gallons (55+ gallons preferred for adults)
- Temperature: 76°-82°F (24°-28°C)
- pH: 6.5-7.5
- Hardness: 3-12 dGH
- Filtration: Gentle to moderate flow with strong biological filtration
Veiltail Half Black Angelfish Care Guidelines
- Diet: Omnivorous. Feed high-quality flakes or pellets, frozen foods (bloodworms, brine shrimp), and occasional live foods for optimal color and growth.
- Tank Setup: Tall tanks with plants, driftwood, and open swimming areas support natural behavior and fin development.
- Behavior: Calm and observant; may show territorial behavior during spawning.
Visit here to learn more about How to Care for Angelfish.
Veiltail Half Black Angelfish Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Are Veiltail Half Black Angelfish aggressive?
They’re semi-peaceful. They’re usually calm in community tanks, but can become territorial during breeding or if cramped.
Why is my Veiltail Half Black Angelfish’s black color fading?
Common causes include stress, poor diet, unstable water conditions, or too-bright lighting. Stable parameters, quality food, and a low-stress setup usually restore deeper contrast over time.
How big do Veiltail Half Black Angelfish get?
Most reach about 4-6 inches (10-15 cm) in body length/height, but with veil fins they can look 8-10+ inches (20-25+ cm) tall from fin tip to fin tip in a tall tank.
