Post by pezerologo on May 20, 2015 12:32:43 GMT
Thanks to research and prepare for oier this post to show you a couple of Biotopes Scalar to transfer them to our aquariums.
As you'll see the ecological niches they occupy very different aquariums where they are often held, that shows the adaptability of this species as well as their resistence.
Well let the examples I hope you like
Pterophyllum Biotopes
Let us know two different biotopes where we can find Pterophyllum altum Pterophyllum or in nature.
One is located in the Rio Minerùa in the Brazilian Amazon and the other is located in the Rio Atabapo High Orinocco in Venezuela.
Both siimilares even have their own characteristics and distinct species.
Before presenting the biotopes must remember what the habits of scalar in these ecosystems. They are usually well differentiated between the dry season and the arrival of the flood which leave their niche between roots and trunks and penetrate between the flooded vegetation. In both examples we will simulate their habitats during the dry season because they are more viable for the amateur.
The Scalar like to swim in the water column and we provide sufficient space in the aquarium.
This we can achieve by placing the decoration and plants on the sides of the aquarium or also occupying the back and leaving between 15 and 20 centimeters in the front area.
Between the roots and trunks which often live our Scalar swirling leaves and other material that carries the current.
In the aquarium use oak leaves for example, that once submerged last a long time apart from releasing beneficial substances to the environment. Besides this it contributes creating hiding and resting places for species of cichlid fund or some small. Aesthetically provides a very natural effect to the decoration.
Another choice to consider is the composition of the fund in these biotopes present both are sandy, so it should not cost us find a similar substrate.
Water conditions are an aspect to consider as most Amazonian species prefer acidic (pH 4.5 to 6.5) and Soft (dhº 1-3) water. This can be achieved by filtering with the addition of peat or peat extract.
Although it is well known that more and more species bred in "neutral" water for better acclimatization to the aquarium.
See both biotopes and which one you like more.
Minerùa River - Amazon Basin - Brazil - Pterophyllum scalare
Sandy substrate 5 to 7 centimeters thick.
Boulders of various size in the middle, discontinuous row of one side to the other.
Fine roots placed vertically between the rocks, in the central area.
Snags in the rear corners, vertical covering equipment such as heater tubes filters, inner filter.
Center back, carried high Echinodorus such as E. horizontalis or E. bleheri.
Front, cloudy with scattered but abundant leaves from the bottom space, as well as small logs or poles where groups of Echinodorus E.tenellus quadricostatus and strive to occupy a plot.
Among the species with which it shares habitat've selected some that should not be difficult to find in stores
For background candidates are; Corydoras leucomelas, and Corydoras Corydoras Atropersonatus trilineatus. As with all Corydoras we put a school of at least 6 copies for a behavior as natural as possible.
As allied with the fight against algae few Otocinclus sp. will take care to keep them at bay, being small can put a group too.
The characins are represented with Hemmigramus bleheri and Hyphessobrycon erythrostigma, two beautiful species distinct from each other, both morphologically and behaviorally. Again with these species becomes important to keep them in groups of several specimens, preferably from 10.
And the star of the aquarium Pterophyllum will climb in open water swimming, walking like the boss, knowing when it is time of day touching eat and claiming their territory to be first.
Among the invertebrates we find species with different functions such as the Planorbis or Melanoides. Should not miss in the aquarium as they are valuable allies, ending any organic matter that is not consumed by fish.
The most recommended would be an external filter filtration but alternatively can choose to ride one large indoor or even two half-size removing them for cleaning at least every two weeks. Among the charges add peat filters for water conditions desired also an amber touch similar to that found in their midst.
If we keep this scheme successfully, in a balanced way, we will soon find a set on a sheet of Echinodorus and some well protected enclosure. That will confirm that the Scalar are at home.
Atapabo River - Orinocco Basin - Venezuela - Pterophyllum altum
Fine sand substrate with a halftone pulling dark.
Fallen trunks in background, ofreciento hideouts scattered to different species.
The central area will be cleared, providing free space for swimming, in the background will deposit a certain amount of leaves at some point as a side area or the PBX.
This central area will place a Nymphaea with its aquatic surface and leaves create a natural environment.
At the rear interchangeably we use fast growing plants like Vallisneria, Heteranthera, Ceratophyllum.
As floating plants can use Limnobium laevigatum, with its roots will make an interesting effect.
The stars will be the altum Pterophyllum scalar rarely seen in these parts, as companions have selected several species without being usual cost should not find.
For the background a large group of masked corydoras, will delight every observer.
Another interesting Catfish can be any representative or Rineloricaria Loricaria selecting from this procendencia.
The Tetras are varied and occupy different niches within the aquarium, the cardinal tetra swim in the water column while the pencil fish Nannostomus unifasciatus will remain among the high vegetation, while Carnegiella marthae be under floating plants or leaves water lilies.
The dwarf cichlid is selected Dicrossus filamentosus a nice fish with checkered body that can introduce several copies. In case we can not find substitute; Microgeophagus ramirezi or Apistogramma uapesi.
Selected invertebrates are similar to those of the previous assembly, which can introduce Macrobrachium sp aquarium being found sufficient hiding places and food.
For filtering trust in a powerful external filter, filled with peat addition to the usual small loads and weekly water changes to help maintain a healthy environment for a long time.
I'll show you some pictures taken from the Internet, so you can see
This is the River Biotope Aquarium Minerua ridden by Heiko Bleher.
Corydoras leucomelas
Corydoras metae
Dicrossus filamentosus
Hyphrssobrycon erythrostigma
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Hemigrammus bleheri
Pterophyllum scalare
Pterophyllum altum
I hope you like
Gr3tings !!!
Fuentes
www.fishbase.org
www.mongabay.com
Bibliografia
Bleher's Biotopes Vol. I
Atlas Mergus Vol I-II
As you'll see the ecological niches they occupy very different aquariums where they are often held, that shows the adaptability of this species as well as their resistence.
Well let the examples I hope you like
Pterophyllum Biotopes
Let us know two different biotopes where we can find Pterophyllum altum Pterophyllum or in nature.
One is located in the Rio Minerùa in the Brazilian Amazon and the other is located in the Rio Atabapo High Orinocco in Venezuela.
Both siimilares even have their own characteristics and distinct species.
Before presenting the biotopes must remember what the habits of scalar in these ecosystems. They are usually well differentiated between the dry season and the arrival of the flood which leave their niche between roots and trunks and penetrate between the flooded vegetation. In both examples we will simulate their habitats during the dry season because they are more viable for the amateur.
The Scalar like to swim in the water column and we provide sufficient space in the aquarium.
This we can achieve by placing the decoration and plants on the sides of the aquarium or also occupying the back and leaving between 15 and 20 centimeters in the front area.
Between the roots and trunks which often live our Scalar swirling leaves and other material that carries the current.
In the aquarium use oak leaves for example, that once submerged last a long time apart from releasing beneficial substances to the environment. Besides this it contributes creating hiding and resting places for species of cichlid fund or some small. Aesthetically provides a very natural effect to the decoration.
Another choice to consider is the composition of the fund in these biotopes present both are sandy, so it should not cost us find a similar substrate.
Water conditions are an aspect to consider as most Amazonian species prefer acidic (pH 4.5 to 6.5) and Soft (dhº 1-3) water. This can be achieved by filtering with the addition of peat or peat extract.
Although it is well known that more and more species bred in "neutral" water for better acclimatization to the aquarium.
See both biotopes and which one you like more.
Minerùa River - Amazon Basin - Brazil - Pterophyllum scalare
Sandy substrate 5 to 7 centimeters thick.
Boulders of various size in the middle, discontinuous row of one side to the other.
Fine roots placed vertically between the rocks, in the central area.
Snags in the rear corners, vertical covering equipment such as heater tubes filters, inner filter.
Center back, carried high Echinodorus such as E. horizontalis or E. bleheri.
Front, cloudy with scattered but abundant leaves from the bottom space, as well as small logs or poles where groups of Echinodorus E.tenellus quadricostatus and strive to occupy a plot.
Among the species with which it shares habitat've selected some that should not be difficult to find in stores
For background candidates are; Corydoras leucomelas, and Corydoras Corydoras Atropersonatus trilineatus. As with all Corydoras we put a school of at least 6 copies for a behavior as natural as possible.
As allied with the fight against algae few Otocinclus sp. will take care to keep them at bay, being small can put a group too.
The characins are represented with Hemmigramus bleheri and Hyphessobrycon erythrostigma, two beautiful species distinct from each other, both morphologically and behaviorally. Again with these species becomes important to keep them in groups of several specimens, preferably from 10.
And the star of the aquarium Pterophyllum will climb in open water swimming, walking like the boss, knowing when it is time of day touching eat and claiming their territory to be first.
Among the invertebrates we find species with different functions such as the Planorbis or Melanoides. Should not miss in the aquarium as they are valuable allies, ending any organic matter that is not consumed by fish.
The most recommended would be an external filter filtration but alternatively can choose to ride one large indoor or even two half-size removing them for cleaning at least every two weeks. Among the charges add peat filters for water conditions desired also an amber touch similar to that found in their midst.
If we keep this scheme successfully, in a balanced way, we will soon find a set on a sheet of Echinodorus and some well protected enclosure. That will confirm that the Scalar are at home.
Atapabo River - Orinocco Basin - Venezuela - Pterophyllum altum
Fine sand substrate with a halftone pulling dark.
Fallen trunks in background, ofreciento hideouts scattered to different species.
The central area will be cleared, providing free space for swimming, in the background will deposit a certain amount of leaves at some point as a side area or the PBX.
This central area will place a Nymphaea with its aquatic surface and leaves create a natural environment.
At the rear interchangeably we use fast growing plants like Vallisneria, Heteranthera, Ceratophyllum.
As floating plants can use Limnobium laevigatum, with its roots will make an interesting effect.
The stars will be the altum Pterophyllum scalar rarely seen in these parts, as companions have selected several species without being usual cost should not find.
For the background a large group of masked corydoras, will delight every observer.
Another interesting Catfish can be any representative or Rineloricaria Loricaria selecting from this procendencia.
The Tetras are varied and occupy different niches within the aquarium, the cardinal tetra swim in the water column while the pencil fish Nannostomus unifasciatus will remain among the high vegetation, while Carnegiella marthae be under floating plants or leaves water lilies.
The dwarf cichlid is selected Dicrossus filamentosus a nice fish with checkered body that can introduce several copies. In case we can not find substitute; Microgeophagus ramirezi or Apistogramma uapesi.
Selected invertebrates are similar to those of the previous assembly, which can introduce Macrobrachium sp aquarium being found sufficient hiding places and food.
For filtering trust in a powerful external filter, filled with peat addition to the usual small loads and weekly water changes to help maintain a healthy environment for a long time.
I'll show you some pictures taken from the Internet, so you can see
This is the River Biotope Aquarium Minerua ridden by Heiko Bleher.
Corydoras leucomelas
Corydoras metae
Dicrossus filamentosus
Hyphrssobrycon erythrostigma
Hemigrammus bleheri
Pterophyllum scalare
Pterophyllum altum
I hope you like
Gr3tings !!!
Fuentes
www.fishbase.org
www.mongabay.com
Bibliografia
Bleher's Biotopes Vol. I
Atlas Mergus Vol I-II