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Photo of: Green Chromide (Etroplus suratensis)
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Scientific Name(s): Etroplus suratensis
Common Name(s): Green Chromide, Banded Chromide, Banded Etroplus, Pearlspot Cichlid
Family: Cichlidae
Species Type: Asian Cichlids
Maximum Size: 16 inches
Life Span: 12 years
Natural Habitat: Asian Rivers (Sri Lanka)
Minimum Tank Size: 100 gallons
Tank Region: All over.
Possible Tank Mates: Asian cichlids or loaches that are not too small in comparison to the green chromide.
Description: Although this fish can be acclimated to freash water it will be much more heathly in brackish water. Brackish water is made by adding 1 teaspoon of salt per gallon of water. This is one of the few native Asian cichlid species. In its native range, it is used as a food fish.
Temperature Range 72°F - 80°F
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80°F |
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| pH 5.0 |
pH 6.0 |
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African Catfish
