Difference between revisions of "Laemolyta taeniata"
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| + | :A large fish that does well in groups of at least 6 of its own kind. It can be kept with similar-sized robust yet relatively peaceful fish such as larger [[Pleco]] species and Cichlids such as [[Uaru]] or [[Festivum]]s. | ||
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| + | :An omnivorous fish that will accept both meaty foods like [[bloodworm]] as well as vegetable based foods, prefers a more vegetarian diet. | ||
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| + | == Feeding regime == | ||
| + | :Feed once or twice a day. | ||
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| + | :Requires a large and well filtered tank. Prefers a sandy substrate with [[driftwood]] décor and some rocks, to imitate their natural biotope which would be predominantly flooded South American forests. They will eat soft-leaved plants. They also require a secure lid as they are good jumpers. | ||
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| + | :A generally peaceful and loosely-shoaling fish. | ||
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| + | :A large growing torpedo-shaped fish with colouration similar to that of the [[Siamese Algae Eater]], although Striped Headstanders have a forward pointing mouth, unlike the underslung mouth of an algae-grazing SAE. | ||
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Latest revision as of 03:15, 13 December 2017
Banded Headstander
Banded Headstander
Laemolyta taeniata
208 Litres (55 US G.)
22.9-25.4cm (9-10 ")
Freshwater
6.0 - 7.2
23.3-27.8°C (74 -82 °F)
6-10 °d
1:1 M:F
8-12 years
Family
Anostomidae
Contents
Additional names
- Banded Headstander, Striped Headstander
Additional scientific names
- Anostomus taeniata, Anostomus taeniatus, Schizodon taeniatus
Sexing[edit]
- It is difficult to visually sex this fish. Mature females may appear more plump than males.
Tank compatibility[edit]
- A large fish that does well in groups of at least 6 of its own kind. It can be kept with similar-sized robust yet relatively peaceful fish such as larger Pleco species and Cichlids such as Uaru or Festivums.
Diet[edit]
- An omnivorous fish that will accept both meaty foods like bloodworm as well as vegetable based foods, prefers a more vegetarian diet.
Feeding regime[edit]
- Feed once or twice a day.
Environment specifics[edit]
- Requires a large and well filtered tank. Prefers a sandy substrate with driftwood décor and some rocks, to imitate their natural biotope which would be predominantly flooded South American forests. They will eat soft-leaved plants. They also require a secure lid as they are good jumpers.
Behaviour[edit]
- A generally peaceful and loosely-shoaling fish.
Identification[edit]
- A large growing torpedo-shaped fish with colouration similar to that of the Siamese Algae Eater, although Striped Headstanders have a forward pointing mouth, unlike the underslung mouth of an algae-grazing SAE.
Pictures[edit]
External links[edit]
- Fishbase (Mirrors:
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