Paracheirodon simulans (Blue neon)

Paracheirodon simulans (Blue neon)

Description

Fish of the same family as black neon, pink neon and cardinalis. It differs from the latter by a white belly. It is a fish that lives in bench (at least 5). It is not difficult to maintain. Requires rather alkaline water.

Fish Depleirodon Simulans is a little fish from the Characidae family. It is about 2.5 centimeters long and is generally bright red in color, with a black strip along each side of its body. It is found in the fresh and shallow waters of the tropical forests in South America, especially in the rivers and lakes in the Andes region.

The DechoNEst Simulans is a gregarious fish that lives in compact benches. He likes to hide in aquatic plants and feeds mainly on small insects and plankton. It is a very calm and peaceful fish that does not cause damage to other species of fish.

The DechoNEst Simulans is a very popular aquarophilia fish, especially in planted freshwater aquariums. Its bright color and gregarious behavior make it a fascinating animal to look at. It is also a very easy to maintain fish, even for beginners in aquarophilia. Just provide him with an aquarium of adequate size with good quality water and plants so that he feels good.

The DechoNODON Simulans is also known as red cardinal fish or neon cardinal fish. Its scientific name, Depleiredon simulans, means "long fins similar to the Depleirodon". This name refers to its appearance similar to that of another fish from the Characidae family, the Innesi Depleirodon, also known as the neon cardinal fish.

In conclusion, the Simulan Arrivation is a small fish of bright red color from the tropical forests of South America. It is a gregarious and peaceful fish that easily adapts to life in aquarium. Its bright color makes it a fascinating animal to look at and it is easy to maintain, which makes it an excellent choice for beginners aquariophiles.

Origin

Features

  • Adult size : 5 cm
  • Behaviour : Pleasant
  • Food : Omnivorous

Water

  • Water type : Freshwater, hot
  • Temperature : 23 - 28 °C
  • pH : 6.4 - 7.7
  • Minimum aquarium capacity (in liters) : 50

Dimorphism

Not easy on young subjects. The female is larger and has a more plump belly. In the female, the longitudinal blue border is slightly offset on the rear part (from the anal axis).

Reproduction

The couple put in a dense plant (Cabomba). He put himself ratings and turn on themselves as a wriggling. It is at this time that the female drops its eggs and that the male fertilizes them. Then the eggs scattered in the plant and on the sand. If we want to reproduce, we must not introduce other fish in the aquarium.

Contribution

  • Created by : Mysticgirl
  • Last update : 26/09/2022

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