The Sumatran is a tropical fish of the Puntius genus of the carp family, Carpidae, native to the islands of Sumatra and Borneo in the Republic of Indonesia, and is characterized by the four black banded lines that traverse the sides of its body. In this article, I would like to explain in detail the characteristics of the Sumatran and how to keep it.
What is Sumatra?
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How to keep Sumatra
The Sumatra will be a slightly habituated breed. The life span of the Sumatran will be about 3-5 years. Their body size is approximately 5 to 7 cm. However, both lifespan and body size vary depending on the environment in which they are kept and the food they are fed. They prefer slightly acidic to neutral water, with a pH range of 6.0 to 7.5. The Sumatran is classified as a tropical fish, so if you keep it in Japan, you will need a heater in winter.
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Points to keep in mind when mixing swimmers
Regarding mixed swimming, first of all, the Sumatran has a temperamental disposition. Therefore, care should be taken if the breed you are putting them with is not territorial or aggressive. Also, be careful of breeds with long fins, such as guppies and neon tetras, as they may bite.Because Sumatran fish swim in groups, Sumatran fish may be mixed with other Sumatran fish. In this case, it is important to note that a small number of Sumatras (2 or 3) may fight each other, so it is recommended to have at least 5 Sumatras. Zebra danio and pleco are recommended breeds to mix with Sumatran. If you want your Sumatran to mix with other species such as guppies or neon tetras, please make sure to add water plants or other measures so that the Sumatran can escape if chased.
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Points about spawning
Many people who keep Sumatrans want to breed them. Male and female Sumatrans can be distinguished by the color of their fin tips. Males have beautiful red fin tips and a slimmer body shape. Females, on the other hand, have lighter red fin tips and a rounder body shape. When they are mature, you can tell them apart by the color of their fin tips, so please compare them when breeding.If you can confirm that you have a mature male and female in the aquarium, you should move the two of them to another tank when they begin their courtship behavior. Then, place spawning beds and aquatic plants in the tank so that they can lay eggs. As soon as you confirm that they have laid eggs, the parents should be returned to their original aquarium. It is important to move them immediately because Sumatran fish can eat the eggs they have laid. The eggs will hatch about a week after being spawned, and after that you should keep them in the same way as you would any other tropical fish.
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Points to keep in mind when keeping a Sumatra.
The Sumatran is a popular breed because of its ease of care and distinctive body color. One thing to keep in mind when raising Sumatras is to avoid overfeeding them. Sumatras are more fussy eaters than other breeds, so it is easy to overfeed them. This can easily lead to deterioration of water quality due to uneaten food and feces, so please feed moderately.The Sumatran is characterized by its black and yellow (white) striped pattern, and can be even more enjoyable when several of them swim together. If you are interested in the Sumatran, we recommend that you visit a specialty store to take a look.
