Simpsonichthys sp. "South Bahia"


Species:	Simpsonichthys sp. "South Bahia"
Description:	Not described
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Abstract:
Synonyms:	see Simpsonichthys suzarti
Type Locality:
Distribution:	Bahia, Brazil
Biotope:
Size:	Males 6 cm, females 5 cm
Characteristics:
Variations:	The species shows a big variation in pattern and even shape.
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Breeding:	This species breeds when the temperature is above 17C. The pair dives into the peat where the eggs are placed. The peat is dryed and stored in 3 months at 18-26C. The males defends small territories where other males are not tolerated. In a larger aquarium it can, as with most Simpsonichthys, live in groups and succesful cross-spawning can give a better off spring. This new species showed up in a pet store in Norway. It has never been found in the wild and can therefore not be described scientifically.
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Remarks:	Temperature: 14-28C.
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