◎ Origin: Southeast Asia (Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia) │ Size: 25–30 cm ⌬ Temperature: 24–30 °C ∷ pH: 6–7.5 ⋄ Diet: Bottom feeder pellets, worms, crustaceans, frozen and live foods ⌁ Lifespan:Approximately 10–15 years ≣ Lifestyle: In groups (minimum 4–5 individuals) ⊕ Compatibility: Active and dominant. Compatible with robust and fast medium to large fish (large barbs, large tetras, peaceful cichlids). Avoid small, slow, or long-finned fish. Requires a very spacious aquarium, sandy substrate, many hiding places (rocks, roots), strong current, and excellent oxygenation.
