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Kryptopterus macrocephalus (Bleeker, 1858) |
Image contributors to this species: |
Chris Ralph (1) Johnny Jensen's Photographic Library (3) |
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Relevant Information: |
Habitat: Restricted to peat habitats. Occurs in shady spots in running waters. Diet: Omnivorous, although larger individuals may prey on smaller fishes, and is uncommon in the aquarium trade. Remarks: When stationary the tail fin is downward and when it is on the move it is horizontal. Not as peaceful as K. bicirrhis. |
Common Name: |
Striped glass catfish |
Synonyms: |
Kryptopterichthys macrocephalus, Cryptopterus macrocephalus |
Family: |
Siluridae |
Distribution: |
Asia: Peninsular Thailand, Malay Peninsula, Sumatra and Borneo. |
Size: |
10.0cm. (4ins) |
Temp: |
22-26°C (71-79°F) |
p.H. |
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6.5-7.5. |
Reference: |
Baensch, H.A. and R.
Riehl 1985 Aquarien
atlas. Band 2. Mergus, Verlag für Natur- und
Heimtierkunde GmbH, Melle, Germany. 1216 p. |
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