The royal knifefish or Indochina featherback, Chitala blanci, is a species of ray-finned fish in the family Notopteridae found in the Mekong basin in Cambodia, Laos, Thailand and Vietnam.
Scientific Name | Chitala Blanci |
Common Names | Royal Clown Featherback, |
Origin | Southeast Asia (Thailand, Cambodia, Laos, Vietnam) |
Size | Can grow up to 3 feet (90 cm) in length |
Lifespan | Around 10-15 years in captivity |
Appearance | Elongated body with a silver or grayish color |
Temperament | Generally peaceful, but can be territorial |
Compatibility | May eat smaller fish that can fit in their mouth |
Water Parameters | Temperature: (24-28°C), pH: 6.5-7.5 |
Diet | Carnivorous. Feeds on live or frozen meaty foods. Accepts high-quality pellets and flakes as supplements. |
Breeding | Difficult to breed in captivity. Requires specific conditions and spawning triggers |
Royal Clown Knifefish 15-18cm
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