Acnodon normani (Pacou de Norman, Pacousi)
Description
Acnodon Normani fish is a freshwater fish that belongs to the Cyprinidae family. It is also known as a barbeau with black spots. This fish is from China and Mongolia, where it lives in rivers and streams.
Acnodon Normani fish is a relatively small fish, generally measuring between 10 and 15 centimeters in length. It has an elongated and slender body, with a sharp head and a mouth with small teeth. Its color varies from dark gray to black, with black spots spread over the body.
Acnodon Normani fish is mainly herbivorous, feeding on aquatic plants and algae. It can also eat insects and small invertebrates. It is generally lonely, but can sometimes live in small groups.
Normani acnodon fish is an oviparous fish, that is to say that it lays eggs. The female generally lays her eggs in aquatic plants, where the eggs will be protected until the frys hatch. The frys are very small and fragile when they are born, and they have to hide to avoid being eaten by other fish.
Origin
- FamilyCharacidae
- OriginBrazil: Rio Xingu, Rio Tocantins
Characteristics
- Adult size15 cm
- BehaviourPleasant
- FoodHerbivore
Water parameters
- Water typeFreshwater, hot
- Temperature21 - 29 °C
- pH5.9 - 7.2
Data to check
Some historical parameters still need checking before choosing this species: Minimum aquarium capacity (in liters).
