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Penguin Fish (Thayeria boehlkei)

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Stats: Adult Size: 2 3/8" (6 cm)
Temp: 75-82 F (24-28 C)
Tank: 30" (75 cm) minimum
Requirements: Planted tank with other calm shoaling species.
Diet: Small live, all prepared equally relished.
Breeding: Low pH, soft, standard temp, females plumper.
Sociability: Groups, these fish can be pushy with each other, and need to have at least 3 to distribute normal issues.
Related Spec: Thayeria obliqua -- Lesser Penguin Fish
Special Info: Penguin fish often hang in the water at an angle, their head higher than their tail.

 

 

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Image courtesy of Mia Woodman