High-Backed Tetra (Citharinus citharus)

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High-Backed Tetra

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High-Backed Tetra

Citharinus citharus

568 Litres (150 US G.)

45-58 cm (17.7-22.8")

sg

Freshwater

pH

6.5 - 7.2

23 -28 °C (73.4-82.4°F)

6-10 °d

1:2 M:F

Omnivore
Pellet Foods
Flake Foods
Live Foods

8-12 years

Family

Citharinidae





Additional names

Moon Fish, High-Backed Tetra

Additional scientific names

Citharinus citharus citharus


Origin

Primarily found in Senegal, Gambia, Niger, Volta, Ouémé and Chad.[1]

Sexing

Tank compatibility

Diet

Feeding regime

Environment Specifics

Behaviour

Identification

Pictures

References

  1. Fishbase (Mirrors: Icons-flag-us.png) Distribution

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