Crossocheilus oblongus

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Siamese Flying Fox
Siamese Flying Fox
Species	Crossocheilus oblongus
Difficulty	Moderate
Min. Tank Size	94.635 liters 94,635.295 mL 25 US Gallons (94.6L)
Size	5.906 in 12-15 cm (4.7-5.9")
pH	6.0 - 7.5
Temp.	295.928 K 22.778 °C 532.67 °R 300.372 K 27.222 °C 540.67 °R73 -81 °F (22.8-27.2°C)
Water Hardness	2-12
Stocking Ratio	1:2 M:F
Availability	Uncommon
Diet	Omnivore Pellet Foods Flake Foods Live Foods
Life Span	3-5 years

[edit] Alternative names

Siamese Flying Fox

[edit] Sexing

It's not possible to visually sex this fish.

[edit] Tank compatibility

A generally peaceful fish that does best kept in pairs.

[edit] Diet

Likes to eat algae when very young, but soon prefers dry flake food, bloodworm, etc. However, this fish will not resolve an algae problem.

[edit] Feeding regime

Feed once or twice a day.

[edit] Environment Specifics

Likes a long tank with a strong current and bogwood decor.

[edit] Behaviour

A generally peaceful active fish.

[edit] Identification

Not to be mistaken for Epalzeorhynchos kalopterus. The Siamese Flying Fox has a smooth black band running down its length that does not extend through the tail.

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[edit] External links

• Fishbase