Macropodus ocellatus (Chinese) Macropodus ocellatus
Water: Freshwater
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Overview
Scientific name
Macropodus ocellatus
Origin region
East Asia
Care level
Moderate
Level in tank
Mid-Top
Adult size (cm)
10.00
Minimum tank (L)
90
Temperament
Semi-aggressive
Diet
Omnivore
Water parameters
Temperature (°C)
12.0–24.0
pH
6.50–7.50
GH (dGH)
3.0–12.0
KH (dKH)
1.0–8.0
Salinity (ppt)
0.00–0.00
Habitat & environment
East Asia
Feeding
Omnivore
Temperament & behaviour
Semi-aggressive
Breeding & care
Bubble-nest builder.
Notes
More cold-hardy than M. opercularis.