Glass perch Lala
Glass perch Lala, scientific name Parambassis lala, belongs to the family Ambassidae (Glass perches). The fish is native to Asia, found on the territory of modern India, Bangladesh and Myanmar. It inhabits stagnant reservoirs with stagnant water: lakes, swamps, puds, as well as ditches and canals.
Description
Adults reach a length of about 4 cm. The fish has a diamond-shaped body with a large head and pointed fins. A characteristic feature of the species is the translucent integument of the body, through which the spine, ribs and abdominal cavity are clearly visible.
Males can be distinguished from females by the bluish edging of their fins.
Behavior and Compatibility
They have a peaceful disposition. In nature, they live in large flocks. In the aquarium, it is recommended to purchase a group of 8-10 individuals. Perfectly coexist in other similar species of comparable size.
Brief information:
- The volume of the aquarium – from 40 liters.
- Temperature – 20-30°C
- Value pH — 6.0–7.0
- Water hardness – soft to medium hard (5-12 dGH)
- Substrate type – any dark
- Lighting – subdued
- Brackish water – no
- Water movement is weak
- The size of the fish is up to 4 cm.
- Food – any food
- Temperament – peaceful
- Keeping in a flock of 8–10 individuals together with other species
Maintenance and care, arrangement of the aquarium
The optimal size of the aquarium for a small flock of Lala glass perch starts from 40 liters. The design is arbitrary, subject to the presence of areas with dense thickets of plants. Feeding may be the only problem. Fish eat exclusively live or frozen foods. Dry food is generally ignored.
Prefer soft slightly acidic water. Regular maintenance of the aquarium, along with the smooth operation of the filtration system, will maintain the hydrochemical composition of the water at the proper level and prevent the accumulation of organic waste.
