PAIR Sewellia sp. Spotted, image by Paul Barrow

Sewellia sp. 'Spotted'
Synonyms: None
Common Name: Spotted Sewellia
Family: Balitoridae
Continent: Asia
Distribution: Vietnam
Habitat: streams and rivers with riffles and waterfalls
Food: invertebrates and algae
Water Temperature: 20-25°C
Water Chemistry: pH 6.0-7.0
FBAS Size:    Males [90mm]    Females [90mm]
FBAS Class: L
Temperament: territorial toward its own species; good community fish
Aquarium Size: 30cm or longer
Gender Differences: males have modified pelvic fins
Breeding: achieved, but accidental
Additional Information: These fish differ from Sewellia lineolata by having much finer spots covering the body, and growing much bigger. They need well oxygenated water.

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