Garra Flavatra (Panda Garra)

Prefers a high level of oxygen dissolved in water. His "suction cup" mouth allows him to resist the strong currents which he particularly likes. Black in color, it has yellow stripes. There is also red on its dorsal and caudal fins. In aquarium, it is a peaceful and peaceful resident who puts a lot of life by his liveliness.

The Garra Flavatra fish is a freshwater fish from torrential waters of Southeast Asia. It is a relatively small fish, generally measuring between 7 and 10 cm in length. Its color varies from gray to dark brown, with lighter spots on the body. Its shape is lengthened and slender, with a caudal finish in the shape of a sail and smaller pectoral and pelvic fins.

The Garra Flavatra fish is mainly feeding on algae and small insects. It has a relatively small mouth and well -developed teeth, which allows it to nibble on algae on rocks and aquatic plants. He is often seen in the process of slowly moving into small groups along the banks of the rivers, scraping the algae with his teeth to eat.

Due to its beauty and compact size, the Garra Flavatra fish is often maintained in domestic aquariums. However, it needs a fairly large space and well oxygenated water to feel comfortable. It is also important to provide it with a varied diet to maintain your health.

In the natural environment, the Garra Flavatra fish is threatened by loss of habitat, water pollution and overexploitation. Many fish populations are in danger due to these factors, so it is important to protect them to ensure their long -term survival.

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not established in aquarium