| Family: |
CYPRINIDAE |
| Species: |
Leptobarbus hoevenii |
| Common Name: |
Maroon Shark: Other names; Sultan Fish, Ikan Jelawat |
| Size: |
Common to 20 inches (50 cm) can get larger. |
| Note: |
Should not be considered a home aquarium fish, young
are sometimes seen for sale and caution should taken before purchasing.
It is unfair to subject any animal to less than ideal living conditions.
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| Habitat: |
S.E. ASIAN ISLANDS: Rivers in Thailand to Sumatra and Borneo. |
| Min Tank Size: |
At least 125 gallons for young, public aquarium
for mature specimens. |
| Diet: |
Omnivorous, flake, Frozen, and live food. Will eat anything. |
| Behavior: |
Peaceful, lively. Will eat smaller fish. |
| Water: |
Temperature 73 to 79°F (22 – 25°C) pH range: 6.0 – 8.0; dH range: 5 - 15 |
| Care: |
Easy, needs open swimming space. |
| Communities: |
Very large cichlids and catfish or keep alone or in a small group. |
| Suitability: |
>Poor, grows to large for most home aquaria. |
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