Pangio kuhlii myersi (Loche Coolie, Kulhi de Myers, Kulhi spotted)

Pangio kuhlii myersi (Loche Coolie, Kulhi de Myers, Kulhi spotted)

Description

Serpentiform appearance, salmon coloration, Persemed with dark spots.

The Pangio Kuhlii Myersi fish is a fish from the Cobitidae family, which is also known as the Asian catfish. He is from Southeast Asia, where he lives in rivers and shallow streams. The Pangio Kuhlii Myersi is a small fish, generally 2.5 to 3.5 cm long for adults. It has an elongated and flattened body, with a flat head and a mouth located in the lower position.

The Pangio Kuhlii Myersi is generally light brown to gray, with darker longitudinal stripes on the body. The underside of the body is generally clearer than the rest of the body, and the pectoral and pelvic fins are generally darker than the rest of the body. The Pangio Kuhlii Myersi is a generally peaceful and shy fish, which is often hidden in the plants and submerged roots.

The Pangio Kuhlii Myersi is a mainly nocturnal fish, which feeds mainly on small invertbrates such as insects, larvae and worms. They are generally fairly easy to nourish, and can be fed with a variety of substantial fish foods, including pellets, flakes and lively or frozen foods.

Pangio Kuhlii Myersi is a relatively easy fish to raise in aquarium, and is often used as ornament fish in community aquariums. They are generally peaceful and can be maintained in the company of many other species of peaceful fish, although it is important to maintain an aquarium large enough to allow each fish to have its own space.

In conclusion, the Pangio Kuhlii Myersi is a small fish from Southeast Asia, recognized for its light to gray brown color and its longitudinal stripes. It is a peaceful and shy fish, which feeds mainly on small invertbrates and is easy to raise in aquarium.

Origin

  • Family : Cobitidae
  • Origin : Indonesia, Thailand

Features

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

Water

  • Water type : Freshwater, hot
  • Temperature : 21 - 31 °C
  • pH : 5.9 - 7.2
  • Minimum aquarium capacity (in liters) : 50

Dimorphism

The mature female has a green ovarian mass.

Reproduction

It most often takes place without the knowledge of the aquariophile and the young people are then found in the filtration tank.

Contribution

  • Created by : Ancolie
  • Last update : 15/10/2022

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