Royal Knifefish (Chitala blanci)
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Royal Knifefish
Royal Knifefish
Chitala blanci
Challenging
1,324.894 liters
1,324,894.123 mL
1324.9 Litres (350 US G.)
47.244 in 100-120 cm (39.4-47.2")
Freshwater
6.5 - 7.2
295.15 K
71.6 °F
531.27 °R
298.15 K
77 °F
536.67 °R22 -25 °C (71.6-77°F)
8-10 °d
1:1 M:F
Rare
8-12 years
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Alternative names
- Royal Knifefish, Indochina Featherback, Mekong Featherback
Synonyms
- Notopterus blanci
Sexing
- Unknown
Tank compatibility
- Top, Middle or Bottom feeder?
Diet
- More detail on diet...
Feeding regime
- This species eats live food or other prepared meaty foods.
Environment Specifics
- This fish requires pristine water quality. It also prefers swift moving water, making high filtration necessary for this species' health.[1]
Behaviour
- A large growing nocturnal predator.
Identification
- These Knifefish are identical in shape to their cousin the Clown Knifefish and do have a small dorsal fin. Their flanks are deep grey with darker speckling. The belly is paler in colour.
Pictures
Videos
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References
- ↑ The Royal Knifefish - Chitala blanci July, 06 208 12:17 PM EST
External links
- Fishbase (Mirrors:
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