Bathyaethiops caudomaculatus
 

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Explanation of the symbols

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Family : Alestidae
Origin : West Africa, Congo
Length : 6,5 cm - 2.5"
Min.length aquarium : 80 cm - 30"
English name : African moon tetra
Peaceful fish that you should keep in a school of at least 8-10.  In a larger aquarium a larger school is even more beautiful.  The aquarium should be planted densely on the sides and background.  In the middle you should leave a lot of free swimming space. 

They are omnivorous but they prefer live food.  Dry food is accepted as well.

About breeding in the aquarium nothing is known.

Photo Credit

Jan Bukkems

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