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Amber VIII

Black moor · Shared by SunnyHeron · 2 weeks ago

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Caught Amber VIII mid-yawn, as usual.

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About the Black moor

Origin
China, refined in Japan as the demekin
Adult size
15–20 cm
Lifespan
10–15 years
Minimum tank
About 150 litres for one, 75 litres more per fish
Temperature
18–22°C — cold water, no heater needed
Note
Poor eyesight and slow swimming; keep with fancies only

Read more about the black moor — what they are like to live with, grooming, and the health worth knowing about.

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