This species is known as
Southern Fiddler, Banjo Shark and the correct latin name is
Trygonorrhina fasciata. It belongs to the
Guitarfishes family. (
e) Origin of this fish is
Eastern Indian Ocean. (
e)
Character and suggestions regarding care
Peaceful towards larger fish.
Banjo Shark can grow up to 130 cm what is approximately 51 inches. So 1 specimen requires at least 15600cm
2 of water surface which is approximately 2418 square inch. It is recommended to raise this species in fish tanks that are very large. (
e) Medium aquariums have at least 113 Litres (30 US Gallons). Large aquariums have at least 265 Litres (70 US Gallons). Very large aquariums have at least 700 Litres (185 US Gallons).
It is difficult to keep the Banjo Shark fish. (
e) The specific gravity (SG) should be between 1,020 and 1,025, the temperature between 23°C (73.4°F) and 26°C (78.8°F). The pH level should be stable, varying between 8.0 and 8.3 which is usual for marine fish.
Eats organisms which live at the bottom areas.
Recommended readingBy Exotic Aquariums
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Document modified on Sat Dec 22 15:04:06 UTC 2007
Document created on Sat Dec 22 15:01:52 UTC 2007
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