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Luciosoma setigerum (Apollo shark)

Luciosoma setigerum (Apollo shark)

Description

The Luciosoma Setigerum is a freshwater fish that belongs to the family of the osphronemidae. He is from Southeast Asia, where he lives in rivers and lakes.

The Luciosoma Setigerum has an elongated body and compressed laterally, with smooth and shiny scales. Its color generally varies from gray to dark brown, with black spots and vertical stripes on the side of the body. Its head is wide and flat, with large round eyes and fleshy lips. It has well -developed pectoral and ventral fins, which allow it to quickly move in water.

Luciosoma Setigerum is an omnivorous fish that feeds mainly on small crustaceans, insects and aquatic plants. It can reach a length of 10 centimeters, although most individuals measure approximately 7 centimeters.

Luciosoma Setigerum is a popular aquarium fish because it is easy to maintain and feed. It is also appreciated for its beautiful color and its active behavior. However, it is sensitive to poor quality water and must be maintained in a clean and well -filtered aquarium.

Origin

  • Family : Cyprinidae
  • Origin : Borneo, Java, Sumatra, Thailand

Features

  • Adult size : 25 cm
  • Behaviour : Pleasant, gregarious
  • Food : Omnivorous

Water

  • Water type : Freshwater, hot
  • Temperature : 0 - 0 °C
  • pH : 0 - 0
  • Minimum aquarium capacity (in liters) :

Contribution

  • Created by : sunnmagic
  • Last update : 21/11/2022

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