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Posted by Youkai on November 03, 2002 at 21:27:43:

In Reply to: Re: A. lineatus - brackish?..NO...msg.. posted by rsaqua on November 03, 2002 at 21:00:35:

I am refering to them, but now I'm quite curious...
Nearly every source I've read states that they enter brackish waters.
I'm quite aware of all their other habits and needs, but I find the information about the water they require quite confusing. If they enter brackish waters quite often, and even live permanently in brackish streams, why would salt be harmful to them?

: If you are refering to Aplocheilus lineatus, I don't recommend any salt. Their "ideal" water is slightly acid and soft. They are also one of the larger killies, growing to 4 inches, standard length. They are also very predacious to things that can fit in their mouths.

:russ

Follow Ups:

• Lets compare sources...... rsaqua 11/04/02 (2)
  • Re: Lets compare sources...... Youkai 11/16/02 (1)
    • Go for it. Post back in 4-6 mos to update us :) nm rsaqua 01/19/03 (0)