Showing posts with label Fish. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Fish. Show all posts

18 February 2012

Betta Macrostoma


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17 February 2012

Rasbora Borapetensis




Family
Cyprinidae

Maximum Standard Length
Around 2"/5cm

Temperature
72 - 78°F/22 - 26°C

pH Range
6.0 - 7.5
    
Hardness
2 - 12°H

Diet

Stomach analyses of wild specimens have revealed it to be a micropredator feeding on small insects, worms, crustaceans and other zooplankton. In the aquarium it will accept dried foods of a suitable size but should not be fed these exclusively. Daily meals of small live and frozen fare such as Daphnia, Artemia and suchlike will result in the best colouration and encourage the fish to come into breeding condition.

Compatibility

This species is very peaceful indeed making it an ideal resident of the well-furnished community tank. As it places no special demands in terms of water chemistry it can be combined with many of the most popular fish in the hobby including other small cyprinids as well as tetras, livebearers, rainbowfish, anabantoids, catfish and loaches. As always when selecting a compatible community of fish thorough research is essential and its small adult size must be a consideration.

It's a schooling species by nature and really should be kept in a group of at least 8-10 specimens. Maintaining it in decent numbers will not only make the fish less nervous but will result in a more effective, natural-looking display. Males will also display their best colours as they compete with one other for female attention.

Nemacheilus Saravacensis


Family
Nemacheilidae

Maximum Standard Length
Unconfirmed but at least 40 - 50 mm. 

Minimum Tank Size
A tank with a base measuring 60 cm x 30 cm or more is recommended. 

Tank Setup
Not difficult to maintain under the correct conditions; we strongly recommend keeping it in a tank designed to resemble a flowing stream/river with a substrate of variably-sized rocks, sand, fine gravel and some large water-worn boulders. This can be further furnished with driftwood branches arranged to form a network of nooks, crannies and shaded spots.

Like many fishes that naturally inhabit running water it´s intolerant to accumulation of organic pollutants and requires spotless water in order to thrive. Though torrent-like conditions are unnecessary it does best if there is a high proportion of dissolved oxygen and decent water movement in the tank so a powerful external filter/powerhead or two should be added, and ideally a rivertank manifold installed to provide unidirectional flow. While the majority of aquatic plants will fail to thrive in such surroundings hardy types such as Java fern, Bolbitis or Anubias spp. can be grown attached to the décor. Weekly water changes of 30-50% tank volume should be considered routine. 

Temperature
73 - 79°F /23 - 26°C 

pH Range
4.5 - 7.0 

Hardness
1 - 10°H 

Diet
Nemacheilus species are omnivorous although the bulk of their diet consists of small insects, worms, crustaceans and other zooplankton with only relatively small amounts of plant matter consumed. In the aquarium they will accept dried foods of a suitable size but should not be fed these exclusively. Daily meals of small live and frozen fare such as Daphnia, Artemia, bloodworm, etc. will result in the best colouration and condition. 

Compatibility

Fishes which inhabit similar biotopes in nature, especially those which swim in open water such as Danio, Devario, Mystacoleucus, smaller Barilius plus some Puntius and Rasbora species constitute the best options, and one or two decent-sized schools can make a visible difference to the confidence of this naturally reclusive loach. Other possibilities include balitorids like Gastromyzon, Pseudogastromyzon, Beaufortia and Sewellia plus Crossocheilus and Garra species. Similarly-shaped relatives such as other Nemacheilus, Acanthocobitis and Schistura spp. are not really recommended although a combination may work in larger aquaria.

This species is peaceful with conspecifics and seems to appreciate being maintained in a group. The purchase of four or more specimens is highly recommended.

17 January 2012

Leaf Fish



RM 10 per/pcs

Classification / Names 
Asian Leaf Fishes 

Size / Weight / Age
Max length : 12.0 cm TL male/unsexed; common length : 6.0 cm SL male/unsexed; 

EnvironmentFreshwater; brackish; pH range: 7.0

Temperature22°C - 26°C 

Feeding 
Live fish and other live foods

Leaf Fish is a very cool predator fish where its body shape looks very sharp especially the sail fin looks very different from other fish. It's most excited when feeding this fish because they can swallow almost half of its size small fish. You will never believe how fast and how powerful is this fish is. Get it, believe it !

14 January 2012

Borneo Sucker (Gastromyzon Scitulus)




Scientific Name: Gastromyzon scitulus

Maximum size: 2 inches

Care: Inhabit fast flowing streams over boulders. Aquarium must duplicate these conditions as fish have very high oxygen requirements.

With all Gastromyzon species, care is broadly the same. All need excellent water-flow and aeration, numerous rocky hiding places and smooth pebbles and boulders to graze over. Lighting should be bright to encourage algal growth in the aquarium. Plants are not necessary as the fish do not normally encounter them in the wild, but they will help with water-quality. Suitable plants for high-flow environments are Anubias and Microsoreum. These will grow on rockwork or driftwood.

Feeding: Good quality flake, sinking pellets, algae wafers, thawed frozen Bloodworm, Mysis Shrimp, blanched Spinach, Kale, natural algae an advantage.