Origin South America. SlZe 6 inches. Appearance A rather startling fish with a long cylindrical body and pointed snout. The body is traversed by longitudinal strips of black and gold; a red spot on the root of tne caudal fin which leaves the lobes colorless completes the bizarre color combination. Behavior Swims in a head-down fashion but straightens up when it darts forward. Can be kept in company with other large fishes. Feeding Mainly live and frozen foods supplemented with green foods such as lettuce. Water conditions Not critical. Temperature 78f.Sexing, Breeding Not known. Recommended feeding system Aquaze tropical.

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