Iguanodectes spilurus
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| Spilurus Tetra | |
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| Spilurus Tetra | |
| Species | Iguanodectes spilurus |
| Difficulty | Moderate |
| Min. Tank Size | 132.489 liters 132,489.412 mL 35 US Gallons (132.5L) |
| Size | 3.937 in
8-10 cm (3.1-3.9") |
| pH | 5.0 - 7.5 |
| Temp. | 296.15 K 73.4 °F 533.07 °R 300.15 K |
| Water Hardness |
8-18 |
| Stocking Ratio | 1:2 M:F |
| Availability | Uncommon |
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| Life Span |
4-8 years |
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[edit] Alternative names
- Spilurus Tetra
[edit] Species Note
- This fish belongs to the very small sub-family Iguanodectinae and originates from the Amazon River Basin.
[edit] Sexing
- Difficult. Females may appear fuller in the belly than males.
[edit] Tank compatibility
- Must be kept in shoals of 6 or more and will not bother other peaceful community tankmates.
[edit] Diet
- Will take most foods but prefers live such as insects, bloodworm and brine shrimp.
[edit] Feeding regime
- Feed once or twice a day.
[edit] Environment Specifics
- Thrives in acidic water and a strong current with plenty of lateral swimming space.
[edit] Behaviour
- A peaceful active shoaling fish.
[edit] Identification
- An elongate pale coloured fish with a forked caudal. The body is almost translucent, with pale green colouration. During spawning they develop a pink-red colour.
[edit] Pictures
 Spilurus Tetras |
 Spilurus Tetras |
