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Botia histrionica 4-5cm
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Botia histrionica (4-5 cm)
Decorative freshwater fish - peaceful and suitable for community tanks
The Botia histrionica is an ornamental fish appreciated for its colours and generally peaceful behaviour. It is suited to well-planted and properly filtered community aquariums.
Behaviour and maintenance
Peaceful to moderately territorial, depending on the species. Provide hiding places (roots, stones, plants) and moderate lighting.
Diet
Varied diet: quality pellets/flakes, frozen and live. Alternate protein and vegetable sources for optimum condition.
Water quality
- Temperature: 24 - 27°C
- pH: 6.0 - 7.5
- GH: 3 - 12 °dGH
- Nitrite/Ammonia: 0
Clean, stable water; 20-30% weekly changes.
Setting and environment
Fine substrate, planted areas and swimming area. See our compatible plants.
Maintenance sheet
| Scientific name | Botia histrionica |
|---|---|
| Size sold | 4-5 cm |
| Adult size | Depends on species (see description) |
| Origin | Southeast Asia |
| Lifespan | 3 - 8 years (depending on species) |
| Behaviour | Peaceful/communal |
| Living zone | Environment / bottom / surface (depending on species) |
| Minimum volume | 80 L recommended (adapt according to size) |
| Diet | Opportunistic omnivore |
| Breeding | Varies according to species |
| Compatibility | Avoid aggressive species that are too large |
AquaBota tip
Gentle acclimatisation (drop by drop). Monitor appetite and respiration for the first few days.
Shipping and delivery of live fish
Adapted isothermal packaging. Optimised transport at the start of the week.
Organisation
- Orders closed: every Monday at 10.00 a.m.
- France: departures on Monday or Tuesday depending on the department, delivery on Tuesday-Thursday.
- Belgium and Luxembourg: departures on Monday and Tuesday, delivery on Tuesday-Wednesday.
DELIVERY OF LIVE ANIMALS – FRANCE EXPRESS
Delivery of live animals with France Express (mainland France, Belgium and Luxembourg)
When will my order be shipped?
We ship on Mondays and Tuesdays only. No shipments are made from Wednesday to Sunday inclusive.
Any order containing live animals must be placed before Monday at 10:00 am.
It will be shipped on Monday or Tuesday of the same week, depending on the destination.
How long will it take for my order to be delivered?
Delivery takes 24 hours (48 hours maximum) on weekdays.
No deliveries are made on weekends.
How will my order be shipped?
Via France Express, a carrier approved for the transport of animals.
Delivery is secure and the packaging is suitable (insulated boxes).
We add refrigerated packs in summer and heat packs in winter.
Where do you deliver?
Throughout mainland France, Belgium and Luxembourg.
Important: no deliveries will be made to pick-up points.
Do I need to be at home to receive the parcel?
Yes, you must be present.
You must be available at the specified time slot so that the delivery driver can hand-deliver the parcel.
Live animals are transported separately from other items. AquaBota is entitled to postpone a shipment in the event of adverse weather conditions.
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