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Xenentodon cancila

Freshwater Garfish, Needlefish, Asian Pike
Temperature
18–30°C
pH
8–8
dGH
2–15 ppm
Size
35 cm
Tank
200 L
The Freshwater Garfish is a relatively large predator fish, requiring ample space to swim. They should be kept in a well-covered aquarium as they are known to be skittish and might jump out.

Water parameters

Hardness
2–15 ppm
Temperature
18–30°C
pH
8–8

Tank & size

Fish size
35 cm
Tank length
100 cm
Tank volume
200 L

Distribution

Bangladesh,India,Nepal,Pakistan,Sri Lanka,Thailand.