Familia: Cyprinidae
Hampala Barb es un ciprínido de agua dulce originario de Singapur. Alcanza 52.5–77 cm; temperatura 22–25 °C.
Hampala macrolepidota, a member of the family Cyprinidae, comes from Singapore, where it inhabits clear streams and rivers over gravel. Mostly peaceful; some species nip fins and omnivore; prepared foods with regular vegetable matter, it grows to 52.5–77 cm and adapts well to a properly set-up aquarium in the 22–25 °C range. In a community tank it pairs well with Similar-sized peaceful community fish.
Dificultad media. Mostly peaceful; some species nip fins; Shoaling; keep in groups of 6 or more.
Mantén el agua a 22–25 °C. 22–25 °C recorded range. Room temperature to heated, depending on origin.
De adulto mide 52.5–77 cm. Vive bottom-dwelling, así que 500 L o más.
Omnivore; prepared foods with regular vegetable matter. Combina pienso con alimentos congelados o vivos.
Sí, con criterio. Mostly peaceful; some species nip fins — combínalo con Similar-sized peaceful community fish — Similar size and water needs. Aleja Much smaller fish — May outcompete or bully tiny tankmates.
Originario de Singapur; vive en clear streams and rivers over gravel. Moderate, well-oxygenated current; appreciates well-oxygenated water.
Riesgo bajo, aunque la tapa siempre es útil.
En acuario: egg-scatterer; no parental care. Males often slimmer and more colourful.