Nandus nandus

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Gangetic leaffish
Gangetic leaffish
Species	Nandus nandus
Difficulty	Challenging
Min. Tank Size	170.344 liters 170,343.53 mL 45 US Gallons (170.3L)
Size	20.32 cm 7-8 " (17.8-20.3cm)
pH	6.5 - 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	6-8
Stocking Ratio	1:1 M:F
Availability	Uncommon
Diet	Carnivore Pellet Foods Flake Foods Live Foods
Life Span	5-8 years

[edit] Alternative names

Gangetic leaffish

[edit] Other Scientific Names

Bedula hamiltonii, Coius nandus, Nandus marmoratus

[edit] Sexing

Difficult, males may have darker colouring and larger fins.

[edit] Tank compatibility

This fish will prey on smaller fish in the tank. Best in a species tank or with other large robust fish.

[edit] Diet

Prefers live food in the form of insects, bloodworm and small crustaceans.

[edit] Feeding regime

Nocturnal feeder, may be best to be fed after lights out.

[edit] Environment Specifics

Needs a spacious tank with hiding places in natural decor such as rocks and wood. Also needs the addition of 0.5-1% of marine salt to be in the best of health.

[edit] Behaviour

Unknown

[edit] Identification

How to id the animal.

[edit] Pictures

[edit] External links

• Mongabay
• Fishbase