Pronunciation: Refer to our Pronunciation Key for an explanation of the phonetic symbols. |
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 ![]() mean a fish cannot be found in other habitats. |
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 ![]() feeders are flexible and can be opportunistic feeders. |
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 ![]() including aquarium size, tankmates of similar appearance, stocking levels, and order of introduction. There may even be some variability among individual specimens. |
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 ![]() mates of the same species. Consider that there is variability in temperament due to such factors as aquarium size, stocking levels and order of introduction. There may even be some variability among individual specimens. |
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 ![]() Wild specimens may not attain this size, or may in fact grow larger than aquarium raised individuals due to various factors. Also consider that this is the typical maximum size and there are exceptional individuals that will exceed it. |
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 ![]() This only accounts for maintenance in the aquarium and not breeding considerations. 1 = easy and forgiving, 5 = extremely challenging. |