Scientific name: Petenia splendida Common name: Red bay snook Family: Cichlidae Usual size in fish tanks: 45 - 50 cm (17.72 - 19.69 inch) 0 14 Recommended pH range for the species: 7 - 7.6 Recommended water hardness (dGH): 10 - 20°N (178.57 - 357.14ppm) 0°C 32°F 30°C 86°F Recommended temperature: 25 - 30 °C (77 - 86°F) The way how these fish reproduce: Spawning Where the species comes from: Central America Temperament to its own species: peaceful Temperament toward other fish species: aggressive to smaller Usual place in the tank: Middle levels Food and feeding Red bay snook is definitely a predator and can swallow fish that are quite large. It will accept cichlid pellets and cichlid sticks, supplement the diet with meaty foods like chopped earth worms or feeder fish. Origin Central America; Red bay snook is found in Mexico, Guatemala, and Belize. Sexing There are no visible differences between the sexes although it is believed that the males may grow slightly larger. Breeding Red bay snooks are substrate spawners so provide some flat rocks or slate to act as spawning sites. The eggs will be a pinkly colour when laid and they should hatch after 3-4 days. A week later the fry should be free swimming and can be fed on newly hatched brine shrimp. Lifespan The expected life span for Petenia splendida is 10 years. Short description Ensure that the water quality is kept high with plenty of filtration. Petenia splendida can become quite tame, accepting food from the keeper’s hand. Picture Bought by aqua-fish.net from jjphoto.dk.
