A striking and unmistakable fish. It will change colour to virtually all black when disturbed. Normal colouration is a light grey background with a black line that runs from snout, between the eyes and broadens into a band around the dorsal area.
Community - very peaceful and hardy addition to almost any aquarium.
Species – Chameleon Whiptail - Pseudohemiodon Apithanos
Current Size – 10cm - 12cm
Adult Length – 25cm
Temperature Range – 26 - 28°C
pH Range – 6.4 – 7.6
Special Requirements – Large open expanses of sand are required, at least the length of the fish squared. Floating plants will help the fish settle but are not mandatory. Rooted plants will not stay that way for long however. This species is also found in light leaf litter over sand, this may provide a clue as to the 'chameleon' attributes of the fish.
Tanks Mates and Compatibility – Peaceful and not territorial even among it's own kind.
Feeding - Algae wafers, sinking tablets, frozen bloodworm and frozen brineshrimp are all sought out.
Please enquire for exact compatibility if unsure.
Feeding – Omnivore, but meatier foods should only be fed sparingly (once a week or less)
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Please note – Some images used are library photos and will show the colour potential at a fully mature size, as our fish are juveniles they may vary.
We always aim to supply the fish as close to the purchase size as possible. On rare occasions if this is not possible we will contact you.
The fish are selected at random however you are welcome to make a note on the order and the fish manager will do his best for you, requests are dependent on stock at the time of your order.
