Climbing Perch (Anabas testudineus)
Fish in the family Anabantidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.
Quick facts
Scientific nameAnabas testudineus
FamilyAnabantidae
Also known asClimbing Gourami, Walking Fish
Care levelModerate
Reef safetyFreshwater
TemperamentSemi Aggressive
Dietomnivore
Adult size10 in
Minimum tank size55 gallons
Water parametersTemp 72-86°F, pH 6.0-8.0, GH 5-25 dGH
Appearance
Drab olive-brown perch-like labyrinth fish with spiny fins and a gill cover edged with spines used for locomotion on land.
Difficulty and care for the Climbing Perch
Moderate
Origin and habitat
South and Southeast Asia
Keeper notes
Hardy, robust and predatory toward small fish; an accomplished escape artist that can survive out of water and 'walk' using its gill covers. Keep tightly sealed.
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