Prehistoric Monster Fish (Thalassophryne amazonica)

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Prehistoric Monster Fish

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Prehistoric Monster Fish

Thalassophryne amazonica

114 Litres (30 US G.)

10.2-15.2cm (4-6 ")

sg

Freshwater

pH

6.0 - 7.5

23.9-27.8°C (75 -82 °F)

0-15 °d

1:1 M:F

Carnivore
Live Foods
Other (See article)

8-15 years

Family

Batrachoididae






Tank compatibility

Sits for most of the day at the bottom of the tank, mostly buried in the tank substratum. Will eat fish that swim directly overhead.


Diet

Live foods such as small feeder fish or larger shrimp.


Feeding regime

Every second to third day.


Environment specifics

A true freshwater species that requires a softer sandy substrate.


Behaviour

Very inactive but can be very predatory.


Identification

Very similar to other 'freshwater stonefish' species, you wil have to check the ID with the source of the fish from the supplier.

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