African Leaf Fish (Polycentropsis abbreviata)
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African Leaf Fish
Polycentropsis abbreviata
38 Litres (10 US G.)
7.5-8 cm (3-3.1")
Freshwater
6.0 - 6.5
23.9-26.7°C (75 -80 °F)
5-12 °d
1:1 M:F
3-5 years
Family
Nandidae
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Contents
Origin
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Sexing
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Tank compatibility
- A very easygoing fish that should not be kept with boisterous tank mates or species small enough to be swallowed.
Diet
- Highly predatory, requires varied diet, of live small fish and invertebrates.
Feeding regime
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Environment Specifics
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Behaviour
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Identification
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Pictures
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External links
- Fishbase (Mirrors:
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