Silver Hemiodopsis (Hemiodopsis immaculatus)

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Silver Hemiodopsis

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Silver Hemiodopsis

Hemiodopsis immaculatus

284 Litres (75 US G.)

20-25 cm (7.9-9.8")

sg

Freshwater

pH

6.5 - 7.2

23 -28 °C (73.4-82.4°F)

6-16 °d

1:1 M:F

Omnivore
Pellet Foods
Flake Foods
Other (See article)

8-12 years

Family

Hemiodontidae



Additional names

Silver Hemiodopsis

Additional scientific names

Hemiodus immaculatus


Sexing[edit]

Difficult to visually sex.


Tank compatibility[edit]

An active fish that is generally peaceful, should be peaceful towards its own kind. Should not be housed with very timid fish as this fish's active nature may bother them.


Diet[edit]

Should accept most foods including pellet and flake as well as live/frozen foods such as brine shrimp.


Feeding regime[edit]

Feed once or twice a day.


Environment specifics[edit]

This fish needs a very long tank with plenty of open lateral swimming space, some densely planted areas will make the fish feel secure. It needs a secure lid as it's an excellent jumper.


Behaviour[edit]

A very fast swimming yet relatively peaceful fish.


Identification[edit]

A torpedo-shaped Characin with a pointed snout and sharply forked caudal fin. The body is silver with blue/green iridescence. The fins are darker in colour.

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