Bagrus patterned glass

Patterned glass bagrus, scientific name Hyalobagrus ornatus, belongs to the family Bagridae (Orcas). The catfish is native to Southeast Asia. It is found in the river systems of the south of the Malay Peninsula and the island of Borneo (Kalimantan). Inhabits peat rivers and other reservoirs with a high concentration of tannins.

Description

This miniature fish reaches a length of no more than 3 cm. Catfish leads an active lifestyle, which affected its appearance. The body is slender with well developed fins necessary for fast swimming. The head is large with large eyes that help to catch the dim light in muddy waters. For orientation and search, sensitive antennae located near the mouth also help.

The color of the body is silvery, in some places (in the region of the abdomen) translucent. The pattern consists of a black stripe stretching along the entire body, and dark specks.

Behavior and Compatibility

A peaceful, mobile fish that prefers to be in the company of relatives. It is recommended to maintain a group size of 8-10 individuals. Patterned glass bagrus is perfectly compatible with most other species of comparable size and temperament.

Brief information:

• The volume of the aquarium – from 40 liters.
• Temperature – 21-25°C
• Value pH — 6.6–7.2
• Water hardness – 5–18 dGH
• Substrate type – any dark
• Lighting – subdued
• Brackish water – no
• Water movement – little or no
• The size of the fish is about 3 cm.
• Food – any sinking food
• Temperament – peaceful
• Content – a group of 5-6 individuals

Maintenance and care, arrangement of the aquarium

The optimal size of the aquarium for a flock of 5-6 fish starts from 50 liters. The design welcomes the presence of a dark substrate and several areas with dense aquatic vegetation.

It is most active in low light conditions. In the daytime, with the lights on, it will tend to take cover. For this reason, it is desirable to provide places where catfish could hide.

The content is quite simple. It is necessary to provide soft slightly acidic water and a relatively low temperature for a tropical species – no higher than 25 ° C. Aquarium maintenance is standard. The minimum list of mandatory procedures includes a weekly replacement of part of the water with fresh water, the removal of organic waste, and preventive maintenance of equipment.

It is worth noting that the patterned glass Bagrus does not respond well to strong currents, the source of which can be a filtration system. When choosing a filter, you should give preference to models with soft cleaning, which do not create excessive water movement.

Food

Omnivorous, accepts most popular dry (flakes, pellets), frozen and live/fresh foods of suitable size, such as brine shrimp, bloodworms, daphnia, etc.