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The entire family of Bedotiidae is endemic to Madagascar. [1] Bedotiins occur exclusively in freshwater environments and are distributed in small to medium-sized forested rivers and streams, occasionally in swamps and marshes, spanning nearly the entire eastern slope of Madagascar (R. derhami is recorded from a westward draining Sofia River basin in the northeast of the island).
In a home setting, these fish need well-oxygenated water with a pH level of 6.8 – 7.2, optimal temperatures varying between 72 and 82 °F (22–28 °C), and plenty of aquatic plants to give them hiding places amid their school. If properly cared for, Rainbowfish can live up to 5 years in captivity. [5]
Rheocles is a genus of Madagascar rainbowfish. Rheocles has a restricted distribution, being found only in certain forested freshwater habitats in the central and eastern highlands of Madagascar including the Nosivolo River. [1] The genus appears to feed almost exclusively on allochthonous material, primarily insects falling onto the water ...
Bedotia madagascariensis (zona) is a species of fish in the family Bedotiidae. It is endemic to Madagascar, where found in rivers and lakes between the Ivoloina River and the Manambolo Creek. [2] It is commonly seen in the aquarium trade, where it often has been confused with the related B. geayi. [3] It is threatened by habitat loss. [1]
Our planet's oceans are vast and hold many mysteries, just waiting for our exploration and discovery. A striking crustacean with blue claws and a pink-and-purple-hued body has recently been ...
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The island is home to two-thirds of the world's chameleon species, [13] including the smallest known, [14] and researchers have proposed that Madagascar may be the origin of all chameleons. Endemic fish of Madagascar include two families, 15 genera and over 100 species, primarily inhabiting the island's freshwater lakes and rivers.
The red-tailed silverside, or zona (Bedotia geayi) is a species of Madagascar rainbowfish endemic to the Mananjary River drainage in Madagascar. It is threatened by habitat loss and introduced species. [1] It has often been confused with the related B. madagascariensis, which is common in the aquarium trade.