Spinachia spinachia (Sea Epinoche)

The Spinachia Spinachia fish is a freshwater fish commonly known as firefolia or spinal cord because of its resemblance to these plants. It is native to the fresh waters of West Africa and measures about 6 cm long. Its coloring varies from dark green to dark brown, with lighter spots on the sides and belly. Its shape is elongated and compressed laterally, with a dorsal fin and a well -developed caudal fin.

The Spinachia Spinachia fish is a peaceful and gregarious animal, living in benches in the shallow and calm waters of rivers and lakes. It feeds mainly on plankton and algae, which it filters water using its gills. He is also able to feed on small insects and larvae, as well as some aquatic plants.

Spinachia spinachia fish is an easy -to -raise a fish in aquarium, but it needs suitable habitat and adequate diet to prosper. It needs a medium -sized aquarium with good filtration and adequate water circulation. It is important to maintain the water clean and well oxygenated, by regularly changing part of the water from the aquarium. It is also important to provide a substrate rich in organic matter to facilitate the growth of algae, which is an important source of food for this fish.

Spinachia spinachia fish is a relatively simple fish to raise in aquarium, but it needs suitable habitat and adequate diet to prosper. In general, it is recommended to keep it in benches at least six individuals, so that they can feel safe and behave naturally. It is also important to provide a variety of foods, including living food, pellets and frozen foods, to ensure a balanced and diversified diet.