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Spawning fish Osteochilus vittatus is quite easy to do, as long as you pay attention to the process. Here are the steps you need to take. Osteochilus vittatus or known as ikan nilem is a native Indonesian commodity cultivated for a long time. The market welcomes this fish industry so well. Therefore, it is not surprising that many people want to cultivate this Osteochilus vittatus. If you are interested in spawning fish Osteochilus vittatus, then look at the tips on how to grow Osteochilus fish below. Seeding Although the actual spawning fish Osteochilus vittatus technology already exists, many Osteochilus vittatus farmers do hatcheries using traditional methods. Male and female broodstock with matured gonads are placed simultaneously in a particular spawning pond (generally measuring 3x2 meters) equipped with plants or grasses to stimulate spawning. This spawning pond is connected to a hatching pond (4x2 meters) whose bottom is lined with sand or gravel. Parent selection The broodstoc...

Pangasianodon hypophthalmus is a fish commodity that has been known for a long time in Indonesia. Fish belonging to this catfish class on the market consist of two popular types of fish, namely Pangasius djambal fish and Pangasianodon hypophthalmus fish. The Pangasius djambal fish is a native fish from Indonesia, namely from the big rivers in Sumatra and Kalimantan, while the Pangasianodon hypophthalmus fish is a fish imported from Thailand. The largest fish production centers in Indonesia are in Sumatra and Kalimantan. In this area this fish can be easily found in rivers and lakes. Classification of Fish Pangasianodon hypophthalmus: Kingdom: Animalia Phylum: Chordata Class: Actinopterygii Order: Siluriformes Family: Pangasiidae Genus: Pangasianodon Species: P. hypophthalmus Pangasianodon hypophthalmus fish has a white body like silver with a dark back but not scaly. The body length of this fish can reach 120 cm. Fish Pangasianodon hypophthalmus has a relatively small head with a mouth...

Osteochilus vittatus is a famous fish in Indonesia. It's known as a nutritious and beneficial fish. Let's see its benefits and the Osteochilus  vittatus fish habitat in nature. Indonesian people love to breed ikan nilem, or known as Osteochilus vittatus. It is easy to find Osteochilus vittatus fish habitat in almost every province, especially in West Java and Sumatra. The fish is famous for its savory and delicious meat. Sometimes, Osteochilus vittatus is used as a substitute for carp or ikan mas. The breeding of Osteochilus vittatus is also considered profitable, both environmentally and economically.  This fish is also a good choice for decoration in an aquarium tank or a fish pond. Even a beginner fish hobbyist can breed the fish. Benefits of Osteochilus vittatus There are several benefits of Osteochilus vittatus. Let's take a look. For Daily Consumption The community widely consumes this fish as a side dish. Its crispy and savory texture makes it a delicious meal.  As...

To select a good quality Butterikoferi Cichlid, you need to pay attention to these four important things, from their cranial hump to their body health. Among many kinds of Cichlid, Butterikoferi Cichlid is a famous species to be kept in captivity. This big buddy is known as very aggressive and hardy, making them perfect for aquarium beginners. They originally come from the river systems of Western Africa and are also popular as Zebra Tilapia and African Talapia. This species has black and white vertical stripes in its body. If you are interested in maintaining one, here are some signs of good quality Butterikoferi Cichlid. Selecting Good Quality Butterikoferi Cichlid 1. Cranial Hump Butterikoferi Cichlid has a big figure. An adult can reach up to 10-16 inches or 25-40 centimeters, and its body is bulky. You can notice that the fish is in good shape through its cranial hump. Male Butterikoferi grows a cranial hump on its forehead. Many believe that the bigger the size of it, the stron...