Aequidens patricki (AEQUIDENS Patricki)

Aequidens patricki (AEQUIDENS Patricki)

Description

Colorful fish.

AEQUIDENS fish Patricki, also known as Cichlid of backbone, is a freshwater fish from South America. It is mainly known for its beauty and its bright color.

AEQUIDENS fish Patricki has an elongated shape and a side compressed body. Its color varies from yellow to dark blue, with black and white spots along its spine. Its dorsal fin is long and sharp, which gives it its name.

AEQUIDENS fish Patricki is generally lonely and territorial. It can be aggressive towards other fish, especially fish from the same species. He needs a spacious aquarium with a lot of plants to hide and a sandy substrate to dig.

The Patricki fish is omnivorous and feeds mainly on small crustaceans, plants and commercial food for fish. It is important to provide it with a balanced diet to maintain your health and its bright color.

AEQUIDENS fish Patricki can live up to 10 years if it is properly maintained. It is known to be an excellent breeder and can easily reproduce in captivity. However, it is important to separate adults and young people to avoid conflicts.

Origin

Features

  • Adult size : 12 cm
  • Behaviour : Pleasant
  • Food : Omnivorous

Water

  • Water type : Freshwater, hot
  • Temperature : 21 - 26 °C
  • pH : 5.8 - 7.0
  • Minimum aquarium capacity (in liters) : 120

Dimorphism

Longer dorsal and anal fin.

Reproduction

Substrate layer.

Contribution

  • Created by : mathjeanjean1104
  • Last update : 08/11/2022

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