Should not be considered a home aquarium fish, young
are sometimes seen for sale and caution should taken before purchasing.
It is unfair to subject any animal to less than ideal living conditions.
Habitat:
Asia: Pakistan to Viet Nam and Indonesia.
Min Tank Size:
125 gallon when young.
Diet:
Omnivorous, live preferred but will eat anything
meaty.
Behavior:
Peaceful, will eat smaller fish.
Water:
Freshwater, Brackish pH 6.5 to 7.5, dH range: to
15° dH, temperature range of 71 to 81°F (22-27°C)
Note:
Although sold as freshwater, they are really a brackish
fish and will benefit from the addition of some marine salt.
