Epalzeorhynchus Frenatus 4-5cm
Epalzeorhynchus Frenatus 4-5cm

Epalzeorhynchus Frenatus 4-5cm

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Epalzeorhynchus frenatus 4-5 cm

Barbus redtail shark - a lively Asian fish that is useful against algae

The Epalzeorhynchus frenatus is a popular Asian fish for its ability to control algae. Its silver colour and bright red tail add contrast to the aquarium. An active species, it should be kept in an appropriate volume.

1. Behaviour & maintenance

Lively and semi-territorial: minimum 200 L, decorated with escape zones and hiding places. Avoid cohabitation with other similar species.

2. Water parameters

  • Temperature: 23-28°C
  • pH: 6.5-7.5
  • GH: 5-12 °dGH
  • KH: 3-8 °KH

3. Diet

Omnivorous: flakes, pellets, poached vegetables, seaweed, artemia, etc. See our feeds for Asian fish.

4. Technical specifications

Scientific nameEpalzeorhynchus frenatus
Adult size12-15 cm
OriginThailand, Laos, Cambodia
BehaviourActive, territorial
Living zoneEnvironment / background
Life expectancy8-10 years

5. Reproduction

Rare in private aquariums; hormonal reproduction in farms.

6. Compatibility

With medium-sized bearded bass, danios, loaches, calm gouramis. Avoid dominant conspecifics.

7. Shipping, delivery & transport points

Transport in secure isothermal packaging to guarantee thermal stability.

  • France Express (France, Belgium, Luxembourg)
  • Collection Sombreffe (Belgium)

Closing: Monday 10.00 am - departures Monday/Tuesday, delivery Tuesday → Thursday (France) or Tuesday → Wednesday (BE/LU).

categorie
Poissons tropicaux
origine
Élevés en captivité
espece
Cyprinidés
nom latin
Epalzeorhynchus Frenatus 4-5cm
Famille Biotope
Cyprinidé (Asie)
Taille adulte
12–15 cm
Volume minimum du bac
250 L
Zone de vie
Fond
Comportement
Territorial
Régime alimentaire
Omnivore
Température
22–26 °C
pH
6.5–7.5
GH
5–15 °dGH
KH
3–8 °KH
Origine géographique
Asie du Sud-Est
Reproduction
Ovipare
Espérance de vie
6–10 ans
Sexe
Mix
Niveau de difficulté
Intermédiaire
Compatibilité
Poissons calmes de fond
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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