Diseases and Parasites
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Velvet Disease 2 (Piscinoodinium sp.). Parasitic infestations (protozoa, worms, etc.)
Life Cycle
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Distinct pairing (Ref. 205).
Morphology
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Dorsal spines (total): 5 - 7; Dorsal soft rays (total): 114; Analspines: 1; Analsoft rays: 17 - 21
Biology
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Inhabits a highland lake and its outlet about 220 km upstream from the Gulf of Papua (Ref. 2847). An omnivore and egg laying species which is considered in the aquarium trade as a peaceful community fish. Prefers the following aquarium conditions: pH=7.3, H=12, 27°C water temperature, needs rocks, plants and driftwood cover (Ref. 6398).
Importance
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gamefish: yes; aquarium: commercial