Trachydoras steindachneri
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Quick facts
Difficulty3 of 8 measures
More bars, more demanding. Hardiness is not averaged with the rest.
- Space
- large tank
- Water
- mild adjustment
- Temp
- narrow band
- Diet
- unknown
- Temperament
- unknown
- Social
- unknown
- Compatibility
- unknown
Hardiness on its own can raise the rating, whatever the measures above say.
- Hardiness
- unknown
A rare sepcies in the hobby that is seldom offered for sale.
Distribution
Habitat
Amazonian river biotope
Aquarium size
90 ∗ 38 ∗ 30 cm36 ∗ 15 ∗ 12 in - ~103 litres~27 US gal
Maintenance
This species will appreciate a densely planted tank with an abundance of hiding places in the form of caves, bogwood and flowerpots. Dimmed lighting will add to the fish's sense of security. Still or slow water flow is preferred but not critical.
Water conditions
Temperature: 24 – 26 °C75 – 79 °F
pH: 6.0 - 7.0
Hardness: Up to 20°H
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Diet
Bottom feeder so sinking foods are advised. Catfish pellets, algae wafers and granular foods will all be accepted. Live and frozen foods should form a regular part of the diet. It is a good idea to add food to the aquarium just before lights out as the fish is primarily nocturnal. This will ensure the fish gets its fair share of food!
Behaviour and compatibility
Sexual dimorphism
Not known
Reproduction
Not achieved in the hobby
Notes
A rare sepcies in the hobby that is seldom offered for sale.
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