Salmo gairdneri (Rainbow trout)

Adult size80 cm
Temperature4 - 27 °C
pH5.9 - 6.7

Description

Body covered with small scales. Characteristic coloring: Silver gray flank, consolidated with small black dots observed on the fins.

Origin

Characteristics

  • Adult size80 cm
  • BehaviourGregarious
  • FoodCarnivorous

Water parameters

  • Water typeFresh water, cold
  • Temperature4 - 27 °C
  • pH5.9 - 6.7
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Data to check

Some historical parameters still need checking before choosing this species: Minimum aquarium capacity (in liters).

Dimorphism

The female is larger and has small fins. The male has longer fins.

Reproduction

Unknown in aquarium.

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