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Aplocheilichthys luxophthalmus (= Poropanchax luxophthalmus)
Currently we were able to import once more one of the most beautiful lampeyes from Nigeria: Aplocheilichthys luxophthalmus. Those who follow the splitting of the genus Aplocheilichthys place the maximum 3 cm long fish in the genus Poropanchax. A. luxophthalmus is a schooling fish that should never be kept in groups with less than ten specimens. They are absolutely peaceful against all other fish. Males and females can be easily told apart by the shape of the anal fin (see photos). They spawn in fine plants, the eggs need 10 – 14 days to hatch. Experienced aquarists prefer to keep this species in medium hard to hard water for the fish are much hardier under these conditions. Often a slight addition of salt is recommended (a teaspoon full of salt on 10 litres of water). This is not necessary, but has the advantage that artemia nauplii, which form an important part of the diet of these tiny fish in the aquarium, stay longer alive.
The brilliant shining colours of the fish are best shown in dark aquaria. Alder cones make the water brown (like a dark tea) and also have a nice side affect, for they are strengthening the fish’s immune system. They have no influence on the pH. The water temperature should lie between 22 and 28°C. For our customers: the fish have code 301402 on our stocklist. Please note that we exclusively supply the wholesale market. Lexicon: Aplocheilichthys: from ancient Greek, means “fish that is similar to Aplocheilus”. Aplocheilus is another genus of fish. luxophthalmus: from ancient Greek, means “with luminescent eye”. Poropanchax: means “Panchax with pores”, referring to the genus-specific arrangement of sensory pores on the head of the fish. Panchax is another genus of fish. Text & photos: Frank Schäfer Doryichthys martensii
Right now we were able to import once more this nice pipefish from Malaysia. The species attains a length of 15 cm and has a wide distribution in Southwest Asia: Indonesia, Malaysia and Thailand. The fish inhabit preferably smaller, slow running water bodies (brooks, small rivers) where it can be found in the dense vegetation of the bank. Like in all species of pipefish the male has a brood pouch under the belly where it incubates the eggs until they hatch. Adults are exclusively found in fresh water, but it is unknown whether the offspring has to develope for some time in brackish or marine environments.
Pipefish are delicate aquarium inhabitants. First of all, they feed almost exclusively on live food. Freshly hatched brine shrimp nauplii are the best choice for small pipefish species like Doryichthys martensii. Regarding water parameters the fish are comparatively undemanding, but the water must never contain too much waste or bacteria. It is also very important to handle these fish with extreme care, because even small wounds can lead to deadly infections.
All in all Doryichthys martensii is a beautiful, lively fish for experienced aquarists. Please note that we exclusively supply the wholesale market. For our customers: the fish have code 414301 on our stocklist. Lexicon: Doryichthys: from ancient Greek, means “lance-like fish”. martensii: dedication name in honour for Carl Eduard von Martens (1831-1904), an eminant German zoologist. Text & photos: Frank Schäfer The team of Aquarium Glaser wishes you and the ones you love a peaceful festive season and a happy and successful new year!
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