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Kingsley's Bush Fish (Ctenopoma kingsleyae)

Synonyms:
Kingsley's Ctenopoma
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Stats:

Adult Size: 7.6" (19 cm)
Temp: 77-82 F(25-28 C)
Tank: 48" (120 cm) minimum

Requirements:
Floating plants appreciated, access to the water surface. A strong cover also a good idea.
Diet:
Small live, and prepared accepted.
Breeding:
Male has spiney patches under his eyes and on gill covers. They lay a very large number of floating eggs.
Sociability:
Pairs, Avoid keeping with other anabantoids, due to aggression. Will eat smaller fish, and be very testy during breeding.
Related Spec:
Ctenopoma acutirostris -- Spotted Bush Fish
Ctenopoma oxyrhynchus -- Mottled Bush Fish
Special Info:
This is one of the larger "Climbing Perches"

 

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