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| Physical |
| Size: | 4.32 cm (1.7 in.) Stocking Density Calculator |
| Color Variations: | Golden |
| Compatability: | Community
Should not be placed in a tank with larger predatory fish |
| Minimum Tank Size: | 10 Gallons (37.85) Liters |
| Ease of Keeping: | 2 - 3 |
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| Water Conditions |
| Type: | Freshwater |
| Temperature: | 75.01° F (23.89° C) |
| pH: | 6.61 |
| General Hardness (GH): | 10.27 |
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| Living |
| Food Preference: | Herbivorous
Excellent algae eater
With eat sinking food an pellets but live algae and other greens are essential
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| Swimming Level: | Middle and Bottom |
| Schooling: | Yes |
| Minimum School Size: | 4 |
| Setup: | Prefers fast moving water
Dark sandy substrate
A lot of places to hide, roots, and caves
Heavily planted
Must have a healthy algae growth
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| Distribution: | South America
Amazon River Basin
Southeast Brazil
Vicinity of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
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| Breeding |
| Ease of Breeding: | 4 - 5 |
| Sexing: | Females are larger and have a rounder body shape
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| Spawning Type: | Egg Layer |
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| Sources: | http://en.wikipedia.org
http://www.aquahobby.com
http://badmanstropicalfish.com
http://freshaquarium.about.com
http://www.aquaticcommunity.com
http://www.aqua-fish.net
http://www.fishpondinfo.com
http://fishbase.mnhn.fr
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