Ceylonese combtail
Belontia signata
Neptune’s rating:
59- AffordabilityVery Affordable
- Aggression LevelMostly Peaceful
- Breeding AggressionSlightly More Aggressive
- Conservation StatusVulnerable
- DifficultyChallenging
- HardinessModerate
- Length6.0 - 10.0 cm
- Liters per Fish20 L
- Maintenance LevelModerate Maintenance
- pH6.5 - 7.5
- PopularityPopular
- RarityUncommon
- Minimum School Size6
- Tank HabitatSurface Dweller, Mid-tank Dweller, Bottom Dweller
- Temperature22.0 - 28.0 °C
- Territorial BehaviourHighly Territorial
Please note: These values are based on the average of various confirmed sources.
More about Ceylonese combtail
The Ceylonese combtail is a distinctively colored fish, primarily known for its vibrant hues and elongated, comb-like finnage. Originating from Sri Lanka (formerly known as Ceylon), this fish exhibits a striking appearance with a mix of greens, reds, and sometimes blues or purples, depending on the lighting and individual specimen. It features a unique tail and dorsal fin structure that resembles a comb, lending to its name. Despite its beautiful appearance, the Ceylonese combtail is not as well-known or widespread in the aquarium hobby as other tropical fish, making it a unique and somewhat rare addition for enthusiasts seeking something different for their freshwater tanks.