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Astrodoras asterifrons
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| Star-Gazing Doradid | |
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| Star-Gazing Doradid | |
| Species | Astrodoras asterifrons |
| Family | Doradidae |
| Difficulty | Moderate |
| Min. Tank Size | 75.708 liters 75,708.236 mL 20 US Gallons (75.7L) |
| Size | 12.7 cm
4-5 " (10.2-12.7cm) |
| sg | Freshwater |
| pH | 6.5 - 7.8 |
| Temp. | 294.15 K 69.8 °F 529.47 °R 298.15 K |
| Water Hardness |
5-15 °d |
| Stocking Ratio | 1:1 M:F |
| Availability | Uncommon |
| Diet | |
| Life Span |
5-8 years |
| Habitat | |
Contents |
[edit] Alternative names
- Starry Growler, Star-Gazing Doradid
[edit] Sexing
- No external sexual differences.
[edit] Tank compatibility
- This is a bottom dwelling fish that likes to burrow into the substrate. It is typically docile however it may feed on smaller fishes.
[edit] Diet
- Will accept a large variety of foods, such as, Blood worms, fresh algae and Brine shrimp.
[edit] Feeding regime
- Feed just before the lights go out in the evening.
[edit] Environment Specifics
- Requires hiding places during the day. Soft substrate is best due to burrowing habits.
[edit] Behaviour
- This fish is nocturnal and will burrow into the substrate to hide during the day.
[edit] Identification
- Can be distinguished from close relatives in that it's dorsal-fin spine is serrated only along the front edge and not along the back and sides as well.
