|
| Family: |
Osphronemidae |
| Genus & Species: |
Luciocephalus aura |
| Common Name: |
Peppermint Crocodile Fish, Peppermint pikehead |
| Size: |
4 in. (10.5 cm) |
| Habitat: |
Asia: Swamps in Batang Hari basin in Sumatra,
Indonesia. |
| Min Tank Size: |
30 gallons. |
| Diet: |
Carnivore, Live foods, such as small fish or shrimps.
|
| Behavior: |
Peaceful and shy. Can become territorial. |
| Water: |
Freshwater, pH 5.5 - 6.0, temperature range, 74-79°F
(23-26°C), very soft water |
| Care: |
High water quality, need extremely clean and acidic
conditions. |
| Communities: |
Carefully selected tankmates. |
| Suitability: |
Advanced, best for a planted species tank. |
| Buy Now: |
 |
| |
|
|
