Schistura unknown01
Summary
Scientific Name: Schistura unknown01
Common name: None.
Synonyms: None
Distribution: Unknown
Sexual Dimorphism: Unknown
Maximum size: Probably around 3.5 inches (9cm)
Similar to: Schistura multifasciata
Care: Inhabit fast flowing streams over rock and boulders. Aquarium must duplicate these conditions as fish have high oxygen requirements.
All Schistura need excellent water-flow and aeration, numerous rocky hiding places provided by the nooks and crannies between pebbles and boulders. Plants are not necessary as the fish do not normally encounter them in the wild, but they will help with water-quality. Suitable plants for high-flow environments are Anubias and Microsoreum. These will grow on rock-work or driftwood.
See: Hillstream Loaches: Specialists at Life in the Fast Lane for more detailed explanation.
Feeding: Good quality flake, sinking pellets, algae wafers, thawed frozen Bloodworm, Mysis Shrimp, Brine Shrimp, chopped Salad Shrimp, chopped earthworms. All Schistura are frenzied feeders and over-feeding should be avoided.
Water parameters: pH:7.0 - 8.0. Hardness: Medium. Max dh: 12
Temperature: 68ºF to 78ºF (20-25.5°C)
Breeding: Has not been bred in aquaria.
Notes
This fish came in mixed with other Schistura species. Its appearance has changed quite markedly from when first purchased.
The fish looked like this as a Juvenile of around 1.5" (4cm)
It grew into this in around a year and stopped growing at 3" (7.75cm)
They are not an outwardly nasty fish, but their boisterous behaviour can be disturbing to other tank mates. Therefore, keep only with suitably robust tank-mates.
Photo Gallery
Click to view all images of this species!
|
Document Actions
