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| Family: |
Datnioides |
| Species: |
Datnioides microlepis (Coius microlep) |
| Common Name: |
Siamese Tiger Fish, Datnoid |
| Size: |
15” (38 cm) |
| Habitat: |
Asia: Chao Phraya basin, Mekong basin of
mainland Southeast Asia, Kapuas basin in western Borneo and Musi
basin in Sumatra. |
| Min Tank Size: |
55 gallon for young 125+ for adult |
| Diet: |
Carnivore, eats live foods. |
| Behavior: |
Can be territorial. |
| Water: |
75-80°F (22-26°C), pH: 7.0 -7.5 |
| Care: |
Difficult, thrives in brackish water. |
| Communities: |
Will eat smaller fish. |
| Suitability: |
Not for beginners. |
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