Freshwater Ray (Potamotrygon hystrix)
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Freshwater Ray
Freshwater Ray
Potamotrygon hystrix
946 Litres (250 US G.)
35-40 cm (13.8-15.7")
Freshwater
6.5 - 7.2
23 -28 °C (73.4-82.4°F)
8-10 °d
1:1 M:F
8-12 years
Family
Potamotrygonidae
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Contents
Additional names
- Freshwater Ray, Porcupine River Stingray
Additional scientific names
- Potamotrygon histrix, Trygon hystrix
Origin
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Sexing
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Tank compatibility
- Like other Rays, this fish is best kept in extra large species tanks. They are predators and will eat what they can fit in their mouths. They can be kept, with caution, with peaceful and large yet robust mid-top dwelling fish which won't fin nip the Ray's delicate disc.
Diet
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Feeding regime
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Environment Specifics
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Behaviour
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Identification
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Pictures
External links
- Fishbase (Mirrors:
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