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Belonoglanis tenuis Boulenger, 1902 |
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Members of this genus are long and slim and reminds one of the "whiptail" species of South America. Aquarium Care:This genera prefer water with a bit of movement as they are found at the margins of swift-flowing streams. Sand substrate with algae covered rocks if possible. B.tenuis are more slender than other members of this genera and have a longer snout. Diet: Algae, vegetable foods such as peas, frozen mosquito larvae and tablet food. Etymology: The specific name tenuis: Slender or thin. Remarks: Not often imported. |
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None |
Synonyms: |
Belonoglanis nudipectus, Belonoglanis curvirostris |
Family: |
Amphiliidae |
Distribution: |
Africa: Congo River basin. Type locality: Ubangi à Banzyville. |
Size: |
16.0cm. (6¼ins) |
Temp: |
24-28°c (75-83°f.) |
p.H. |
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6.2-7.2. |
Reference: |
Baensch, H.A. and R. Riehl 1995 Aquarien Atlas. Band 4. Mergus Verlag GmbH, Verlag für Natur- und Heimtierkunde, Melle, Germany. 864 p. |
Family: Amphiliidae Back to Ident-A-Cat Click on Thumbnails |
Belonoglanis tenuis Ventral view of head |
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