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Moenkhausia intermedia
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| Gold Line Scissor Tail | |
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| Gold Line Scissor Tail | |
| Species | Moenkhausia intermedia |
| Family | Characidae |
| Difficulty | Moderate |
| Min. Tank Size | 45.425 liters 45,424.941 mL 12 US Gallons (45.4L) |
| Size | 3.15 in
6-8 cm (2.4-3.1") |
| sg | Freshwater |
| pH | 6.0 - 7.0 |
| Temp. | 296.15 K 73.4 °F 533.07 °R 300.15 K |
| Water Hardness |
3-6 °d |
| Stocking Ratio | 1:2 M:F |
| Availability | Uncommon |
| Diet | |
| Life Span |
3-5 years |
| Habitat | |
Contents |
[edit] Alternative names
- Gold Line Scissor Tail
[edit] Sexing
- Females are plumper and rounder than males. Males have more vibrant colouration.
[edit] Tank compatibility
- A peaceful shoaling fish that should be kept in groups of 6 or more. Keep with other peaceful community fish.
[edit] Diet
- Will accept most foods including pellet and flake as well as live/frozen food such as brine shrimp and bloodworm.
[edit] Feeding regime
- Feed once or twice a day.
[edit] Environment Specifics
- Prefers a spacious tank that has some dense planting as well as open swimming space. A well-fitting secure lid is a must as this fish may try and jump if spooked.
[edit] Behaviour
- A peaceful shoaling fish.
[edit] Identification
- A small elongate fish with a pale body, almost translucent, occasionally with red-orange hues. The caudal is long and forked with a black caudal peduncle and a black bar on each lobe with a white base colour. The lateral line is visible as an iridescent gold stripe.
