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Pseudoplatystoma sp. "Hybrid" |
Image contributors to this species: |
Nishant Kakani (2) |
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Relevant Information: |
These "hybrids" are bred in large ponds in South America for food aquaculture but more and more are also getting exported for the aquarium trade which they are not really suitable for because of their eventual size and temperament. |
Common Name: |
None |
Synonyms: |
None |
Family: |
Pimelodidae |
Distribution: |
South America |
Size: |
90cm. (36ins) |
Temp: |
24-28°C (75-83°F) |
p.H. |
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6.5-8.0. |
Family: Pimelodidae Back to Ident-A-Cat Click on Thumbnails |
 Pseudoplatystoma
sp. "Hybrid" |
 Pseudoplatystoma
sp. "Hybrid" |
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