Botia Naranja (Botia histrionica): Playful Explorers of the Fund
Water Type: They prefer mild to moderately hard waters with a pH between 6.5 and 7.5. Maintain good water quality for your well-being.
Temperature: The optimum temperature is in the range of 24 °C to 30 °C.
Aquarium Size: A large aquarium of at least 75 gallons recommended to allow them to move and provide them with hiding places.
Care:
- Power supply: They are omnivorous and accept dry, live food. They also appreciate food waste in the background.
- Hidden: Provide them hiding places like logs and caves, as they like to hide.
- Tank Companions: They prefer the company of others of their kind, so keep them in groups.
Possible Diseases: It monitors common diseases of aquarium fish. They are resilient, but sharp changes can stress them out.
Colors and Features:
- Orange Pattern: They have a distinctive orange color pattern with black markings all over the body.
- Playful Behavior: They are known for their active and playful behavior.
History and Origin: Native to Southeast Asia, they are found in regions such as Thailand and Malaysia.
Trivia:
- Snails Eaters: They are excellent for controlling the populations of snails in the aquarium.
- Fast Swimming: They are fast, active swimmers, especially when they feel safe in their surroundings.
Weight and Size: They can grow up to sizes close to 30 cm. Although it is not easy to determine their weight, they are considered medium to large-sized fish in aquariophilia.
