Siamese Flying Fox (Crossocheilus oblongus)
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Siamese Flying Fox
Crossocheilus oblongus
Moderate
208.198 liters
208,197.648 mL
208.2 Litres (55 US G.)
5.906 in 12-15 cm (4.7-5.9")
Freshwater
6.0 - 7.5
295.928 K
22.778 °C
532.67 °R
300.372 K
27.222 °C
540.67 °R22.8-27.2°C (73 -81 °F)
2-12 °d
1:2 M:F
Uncommon
3-5 years
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Alternative names
- Siamese Flying Fox
Sexing
- It's not possible to visually sex this fish.
Tank compatibility
- A generally peaceful fish that does best kept in pairs.
Diet
- Likes to eat algae when very young, but soon prefers dry flake food, bloodworm, etc. However, this fish will not resolve an algae problem.
Feeding regime
- Feed once or twice a day.
Environment Specifics
- Likes a long tank with a moderate to strong current and bogwood décor.
Behaviour
- A generally peaceful active fish.
Identification
- Not to be mistaken for the more colourful Flying Fox (Epalzeorhynchos kalopterus) or the very similar Siamese Algae Eater (Crossocheilus siamensis). The Siamese Flying Fox has a smooth black band running down its length that does not extend through the caudal tail fin.
Pictures
External links
- Fishbase (Mirrors:
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