Tailspot Climbing Perch (Ctenopoma kingsleyae)
Fish in the family Anabantidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.
Quick facts
Scientific nameCtenopoma kingsleyae
FamilyAnabantidae
Also known asKingsley's Ctenopoma, Tailspot Ctenopoma
Care levelModerate
Reef safetyFreshwater
TemperamentSemi Aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Adult size8 in
Minimum tank size55 gallons
Water parametersTemp 73-82°F, pH 6.0-8.0, GH 5-20 dGH
Appearance
Silvery-grey climbing perch with a prominent dark spot at the base of the tail; larger and plainer than the leopard bush fish.
Difficulty and care for the Tailspot Climbing Perch
Moderate
Origin and habitat
West and Central Africa
Keeper notes
Robust predator that eats small fish; can be boisterous. Best with similarly sized or larger tankmates that won't fit in its mouth.
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