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Craterocephalus stercusmuscarum Not Evaluated

Fly specked hardyhead

Stats

Family

Atherinidae

Genus

Craterocephalus

Size

8.00 cm

Commonly 3-5cm, one of mine got to about 8cm.

Temperament

Peaceful, Community

Diet

Omnivore

Tank Size

60.00 L

60.00 cm x 30.00 cm

Temperature

18.0 C - 31.0 C

Parameters

pH: ideally 6-7.5

Very sensitive to rapid changes in water temperature and other parameters, so make sure to acclimate slowly.

Level

Mid

Other Information

Like most fish will enjoy a larger aquarium if available.

Breeding

Spawning Method

Egg-scatterer

Spawn Size

20 fry

Breeding Season or Trigger

Spring, Summer

Fry Care

Feed the fry infusoria and/or any other very small live food.

Locations

Photos

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Fly specked hardyheads in aquarium Image Credit: Elias's Fishroom
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Fly specked hardyhead in aquarium Image Credit: Elias's Fishroom

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