Difference between revisions of "Crossocheilus reticulatus"
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| − | + | :Difficult to visually sex. Mature females may have a fuller belly than males. | |
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| − | + | == Tank compatibility == | |
| + | :These fish should usually be fairly peaceful as long as they are kept in small groups. | ||
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| + | :Primarily [[algae]] eaters, will constantly graze. If not enough algae is present, supplement with blanched vegetables and algae wafers. | ||
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| + | :Supplement when needed. | ||
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| + | :These fish prefer strong currents with rounded rock and [[bogwood]] décor with gravel substrate. | ||
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| + | :An active grazer that prefers company of its own kind. | ||
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| + | :An elongate and slender shark-like fish that is silver in colour with dark borders around the scales. The base of the caudal fin has a dark spot and all fins are translucent with yellow hues. | ||
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Latest revision as of 03:15, 13 December 2017
Silver Flying Fox
Silver Flying Fox
Crossocheilus reticulatus
208 Litres (55 US G.)
15.2-17.8cm (6-7 ")
Freshwater
6.5 - 7.2
20 -25 °C (68-77°F)
6-16 °d
1:2 M:F
5-10 years
Family
Cyprinidae
Contents
Additional names
- Silver Flying Fox
Additional scientific names
- Holotylognathus reticulatus, Tylognathus reticulatus, Crossocheilus tchangi
Origin[edit]
- Asia: Mekong and Chao Phraya basins.
Sexing[edit]
- Difficult to visually sex. Mature females may have a fuller belly than males.
Tank compatibility[edit]
- These fish should usually be fairly peaceful as long as they are kept in small groups.
Diet[edit]
- Primarily algae eaters, will constantly graze. If not enough algae is present, supplement with blanched vegetables and algae wafers.
Feeding regime[edit]
- Supplement when needed.
Environment specifics[edit]
- These fish prefer strong currents with rounded rock and bogwood décor with gravel substrate.
Behaviour[edit]
- An active grazer that prefers company of its own kind.
Identification[edit]
- An elongate and slender shark-like fish that is silver in colour with dark borders around the scales. The base of the caudal fin has a dark spot and all fins are translucent with yellow hues.
Pictures[edit]
External links[edit]
- Fishbase (Mirrors:
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