Giant Gold Flake

[AJsTank]

I ordered a show size Gold Flake from my LFS. Honestly, I thought it was going to be 4-5 inches long. This thing is 9 1/4 inches long. I didn't know they even got this big. It's eating, but I'm a little concerned about adding other angels now. Lol

I know a couple locals with a 750 and 850. I'm going to see if they want him. Very cool fish, amazing colors. Thought I would share a couple pics.

It's in my 8 foot long 400

 

[AJsTank]

Sorry about the crappy pics. They are with my phone

 

[Small triggers]

It's gorgeous!
My only concern when they are already that large is their age....wondering how many more years they have

 

[AJsTank]

It's gorgeous!
My only concern when they are already that large is their age....wondering how many more years they have

That actually did pop into my mind when I picked him up. How long do they live for? I have a friend who has had one for 7 or 8 years, but I'm sure this guy is at least that old.

 

[TruRacr314x]

Wow! Thanks for sharing....I love the Goldflakes. I knew they were a large angel, but also didn't know they grew this big!

 

[robby2782]

That fish is amazing! I'd imagine that Gold Flakes can live at least 12 years in captivity if you give it a good diet and feed him regularly. There are collectors that will pay top dollar for Gold Flake that size if you were wanting a smaller one. Either way, you have a gorgeous centerpiece in your hands.