Spotted South American Gar African Cichlid and other prepared diets to

and other prepared diets to ensure proper nutrition

Scientific Name: Mikrogeophagus altispinosus

A reliable choice for aquarists seeking natural tank maintenance

develop a milky or fuzzy white bacterial film after being placed in the aquarium

it can go up to 3 years without food

Spotted South American Gar African Cichlid and other prepared diets toGAR you looking for a unique fish that is a blast from the past, almost a living fossil?! Why not consider a fish like the Gar?? Fish like Gar first appeared over 240 million years ago, and these prehistoric looking fish are still going strong today!! These fish can grow to very large sizes, reaching upwards of 2. 5 6. 5 feet in length! These fish are active predators and will require live foods, as well as a tank or pond of appropriate size