Prehistoric Monster Fish (Thalassophryne amazonica)

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Prehistoric Monster Fish

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Prehistoric Monster Fish

Thalassophryne amazonica

114 Litres (30 US G.)

10.2-15.2cm (4-6 ")

sg

Freshwater

pH

6.0 - 7.5

23.9-27.8°C (75 -82 °F)

0-15 °d

1:1 M:F

Carnivore
Live Foods
Other (See article)

8-15 years

Family

Batrachoididae






Tank compatibility[edit]

Sits for most of the day at the bottom of the tank, mostly buried in the tank substratum. Will eat fish that swim directly overhead.


Diet[edit]

Live foods such as small feeder fish or larger shrimp.


Feeding regime[edit]

Every second to third day.


Environment specifics[edit]

A true freshwater species that requires a softer sandy substrate.


Behaviour[edit]

Very inactive but can be very predatory.


Identification[edit]

Very similar to other 'freshwater stonefish' species, you wil have to check the ID with the source of the fish from the supplier.

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