Introduction
The silvery brown flanks of this species have a greenish yellow tinge above the lateral line.Juveniles have a black band running from the head to tail that fades with the age.Pelvic and anal fins carry red, and the red caudal fin has black tips.The dorsal fin is relatively uncolored.
Common Name
Sultan Fish, Ikan Jelawat, Mad Barb
Species
Leptobarbus hoevenii
Habitat
Rivers in Borneo and Sumatra; also Laos and Thailand.
Maximum Size
About 20"/50cm.
Minimum Tank Size
At least 125 gallons.
Diet
They are Omnivorous , so can eat most of the foods.Frozen flakes and live foods.A varied diet will ensure the fish develop the best colors and condition.
Water Temperature
72 - 78°F/22 - 26°C
pH
6.0- 8.0.
Hardness
5 - 15°H
Remark
A roomy tank is needed for this large fish.
The silvery brown flanks of this species have a greenish yellow tinge above the lateral line.Juveniles have a black band running from the head to tail that fades with the age.Pelvic and anal fins carry red, and the red caudal fin has black tips.The dorsal fin is relatively uncolored.
Common Name
Sultan Fish, Ikan Jelawat, Mad Barb
Species
Leptobarbus hoevenii
Habitat
Rivers in Borneo and Sumatra; also Laos and Thailand.
Maximum Size
About 20"/50cm.
Minimum Tank Size
At least 125 gallons.
Diet
They are Omnivorous , so can eat most of the foods.Frozen flakes and live foods.A varied diet will ensure the fish develop the best colors and condition.
Water Temperature
72 - 78°F/22 - 26°C
pH
6.0- 8.0.
Hardness
5 - 15°H
Remark
A roomy tank is needed for this large fish.
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