Orange Ctenopoma — a Anabantidae from 非洲, mostly peaceful; slow, deliberate movers that dislike chaos. Reaches 18.8–27.5 cm; a pair bonds loosely; keep décor between rivals. 22–30 °C.
Care parameters
Water temperature
22–30 °C
pH
6.5–7.5
GH hardness
5–15 dGH
Adult length
18.8–27.5 cm
Minimum tank
500 L
Water layer
Middle of the water column
Difficulty
Moderate
Temperament
Mostly peaceful; slow, deliberate movers that dislike chaos
Origin
非洲
Species overview
Microctenopoma ansorgii, a member of the family Anabantidae, is native to 非洲. It gulps air at the surface, so warm, still, plant-covered water is home — and cold drafts are not. It swims in mid-water. Adults reach 18.8–27.5 cm. A pair bonds loosely; keep décor between rivals. Give it warm, gentle water, floating plants and quiet neighbours; filter flow should barely ripple the surface. Maintain 22–30 °C at pH 6.5–7.5. A solid choice for a well-planned community tank.
Native biotope
Habitat
Warm freshwater streams and lakes
Flow
Still to gentle current
Dissolved O₂
Moderate oxygen levels
Aquascape & hardware
Substrate
Fine sand and gravel
Hardscape
Driftwood and smooth stones
Plants
Hardy common aquarium plants
Temperament, diet & tankmates
Schooling
A pair bonds loosely; keep décor between rivals
Diet
Omnivore; flakes, small pellets and frozen foods
Recommended tankmates
Peaceful mid-water schoolers — Add motion without menace
Avoid keeping with
Fast, aggressive feeders — Starve it out at every meal
Breeding & notes
Sexual dimorphism
Subtle external differences
Breeding method
Surface bubble-nester with dedicated male guarding