This species is known as
Three-Spot Righteye Flounder and the correct latin name is
Samariscus triocellatus. It belongs to the
Crested Flounder family. (
e) Origin of this species is
Indo-Pacific. (
e)
Character and suggestions regarding care
This fish is peaceful.
Three-Spot Righteye Flounder can grow up to 10 cm what is approximately 3 inches. So 1 specimen requires at least 1200cm
2 of water surface which is approximately 186 square inch. This fish should be kept in aquariums that are medium. (
e) Medium aquariums have at least 113 Litres (30 US Gallons). Large aquariums have at least 265 Litres (70 US Gallons). Very large aquariums hold at least 700 Litres (185 US Gallons).
It is not very difficult to keep the Three-Spot Righteye Flounder 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 suggested level of pH (a measure of the acidity/basicity) is between 8.0 and 8.3 which is usual for most marine fish.
Feed them bloodworms.
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