Nine-spined Stickleback (Pungitius pungitius)
Fish in the family Gasterosteidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.
Quick facts
Scientific namePungitius pungitius
FamilyGasterosteidae
Also known asTen-spined Stickleback
Care levelModerate
Reef safetyFreshwater
TemperamentSemi Aggressive
DietCarnivore
Adult size2.4 in
Minimum tank size15 gallons
Water parametersTemp 39-68°F, pH 7.0-8.5, GH 8-25 dGH
Appearance
Slim coldwater fish with a row of small dorsal spines; breeding males darken with pale pelvic spines.
Difficulty and care for the Nine-spined Stickleback
Moderate
Origin and habitat
Northern Hemisphere temperate waters
Keeper notes
Males territorial and nippy during nesting season; predatory on small invertebrates and fry.
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