American Flag Fish

[DiscusKeeper403]

Hey guys,


I have been trying to gather some information on these awesome fishes. I have never seen them before but we have some in at my work. What I read is that they aren't super aggressive, stay small, and have a mostly herbivore diet. Is it true they can't handle high temperatures? Wanted to double check as I really like these guys.

Planted (hear they may eat plants) Tank includes:
Breeding pair Ram
5 Discus
1 Angel
2 Sword
1 Honey Gourami

Daily water changes, tank is at 30 degrees.

 

[helterskelter]

These do prefer the lower ranges, so 65-75°F (19°C-24°C) is the preferred range.

 

[DiscusKeeper403]

These do prefer the lower ranges, so 65-75°F (19°C-24°C) is the preferred range.

Oh okay, I guess the sites where accurate. Better hold off on these fish...


Thanks.

 

[BigC]

http/www.aquarticles.com/articles/breedi...lag%20Fish.html
Rather than me typing out lines of personal experiences with this species, I think you'll find the above link will supply you with all the information you require.
Regards
BigC

 

[DiscusKeeper403]

Thanks for the information BigC!! My tank is actually over 80 degrees (don't use fahrenheit very often ) , at about 82-83 (about 30 degrees Celsius.)


I might end up trying them then, and grab a pair next time I'm in work. If they don't do so well i'll stick them into my empty 10 gallon.


Thanks!!


DL