In The Wild
Date Classified:
1884
Native Location:
North Selangor Province on the Malay Peninsula and Sumatra
Environment:
- Swampy forests
- Blackwater streams
Food:
- Dragonflies
- Damselflies
- Nymphs
Water pH:
6
In Aquaria:
Physical Appearance:
Similar to native
- Brown
- Iridescent green scales along length of body
- The green in males is brighter
- New species – iridescent purple
Finnage:
Males have longer unpaired fins
Size:
More than 4 inches in length
Water and Hardness:
Low to moderate calcium-magnesium hardness
Water Temperature:
81-84 degrees Fahrenheit
Water pH:
4.4-7.5
Breeding:
Acidify the water and provide much needed vegetation. Provide at least a 10 gallon tank, but 20 gallon is preferred. Add hiding places for privacy for the female including driftwood, plants, decorations, flowerpots and PVC tubing.