Crossocheilus reticulatus

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Silver Flying Fox
Silver Flying Fox
Species	Crossocheilus reticulatus
Difficulty	Moderate
Min. Tank Size	208.198 liters 208,197.648 mL 55 US Gallons (208.2L)
Size	17.78 cm 6-7 " (15.2-17.8cm)
pH	6.5 - 7.2
Temp.	293.15 K 68 °F 527.67 °R 298.15 K 77 °F 536.67 °R20 -25 °C (68-77°F)
Water Hardness	6-16
Stocking Ratio	1:2 M:F
Availability	Uncommon
Diet	Herbivore Pellet Foods Flake Foods Other (See article)
Life Span	5-10 years

[edit] Alternative names

Silver Flying Fox

[edit] Other Scientific Names

Holotylognathus reticulatus, Tylognathus reticulatus, Crossocheilus tchangi

[edit] Sexing

Unknown

[edit] Tank compatibility

These fish should usually be fairly peaceful as long as they are kept in small groups.

[edit] Diet

Primarily algae eaters, will constantly graze. If not enough algae is present, supplement with blanched vegetables and algae wafers.

[edit] Feeding regime

Supplement when needed.

[edit] Environment Specifics

These fish prefer strong currents with rounded rock and bogwood decor with gravel substrate.

[edit] Behaviour

An active grazer that prefers company of its own kind.

[edit] Identification

An elongate and slender shark-like fish that is silver in colour with dark borders around the cales. The base of the caudal fin has a dark spot and all fins are translucent with yellow hues.

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[edit] External links

• Fishbase