Species Care
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Puntius oligolepis
Keeping Snapshot:
- Difficulty: Beginner
- Max Growth Size: 5 cm
- Temperament: Peaceful, community fish
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Preferred Water Parameters:
- Temperature: 22-26 degrees celsius
- pH Level: 6.0-7.4
- General Hardness: Soft-Moderate
Range: Indonesia: Sumatra
Reproduction: Scatters adhesive eggs amongst plants
Feeding: Omnivorous. Eats most aquarium foods.
Additional Comments: Peaceful schooling fish, suitable for planted community tanks.
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