{"product_id":"untitled-aug30_13-49","title":"Pez vampiro Armatus (4”)","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"74\" data-end=\"100\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"78\" data-end=\"98\"\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"101\" data-end=\"123\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"101\" data-end=\"123\"\u003eHydrolycus armatus\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"125\" data-end=\"128\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"130\" data-end=\"166\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"134\" data-end=\"164\"\u003eMaximum Size and Lifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"167\" data-end=\"341\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"167\" data-end=\"278\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"169\" data-end=\"278\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"169\" data-end=\"186\"\u003eMaximum Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to \u003cstrong data-start=\"193\" data-end=\"214\"\u003e3.5 feet (106 cm)\u003c\/strong\u003e in the wild; usually \u003cstrong data-start=\"236\" data-end=\"263\"\u003e24–30 inches (60–76 cm)\u003c\/strong\u003e in captivity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"279\" data-end=\"341\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"281\" data-end=\"341\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"281\" data-end=\"294\"\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"309\" data-end=\"324\"\u003e10+ years\u003c\/strong\u003e with proper care\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"343\" data-end=\"346\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"348\" data-end=\"384\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"352\" data-end=\"382\"\u003eRecommended Aquarium Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"385\" data-end=\"583\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"385\" data-end=\"472\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"387\" data-end=\"472\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"387\" data-end=\"409\"\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 350+\u003cstrong data-start=\"410\" data-end=\"440\"\u003e gallons (1,900 liters)\u003c\/strong\u003e or larger for adult specimens. Juveniles can be raised in a 75-180 gallon for better observation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"473\" data-end=\"583\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"475\" data-end=\"583\"\u003eThese are \u003cstrong data-start=\"485\" data-end=\"533\"\u003every large, powerful, and fast-swimming fish\u003c\/strong\u003e requiring vast open space strong water flow, and high oxygen levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"585\" data-end=\"588\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"590\" data-end=\"626\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"594\" data-end=\"624\"\u003eWater Parameters and Care:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"627\" data-end=\"1056\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"627\" data-end=\"665\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"629\" data-end=\"665\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"629\" data-end=\"645\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 75–82°F (24–28°C)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"666\" data-end=\"685\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"668\" data-end=\"685\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"668\" data-end=\"675\"\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.0–7.5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"739\" data-end=\"866\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"741\" data-end=\"866\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"741\" data-end=\"756\"\u003eFiltration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Extremely strong filtration and high oxygenation required. Preferably use canister filters or sump systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"867\" data-end=\"929\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"869\" data-end=\"929\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"869\" data-end=\"878\"\u003eFlow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate to strong current, mimicking river flow. 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Also make sure the other fish are not to small to being prey for the payara.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1690\" data-end=\"1768\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1692\" data-end=\"1768\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1692\" data-end=\"1739\"\u003eDo not house with small or slow-moving fish\u003c\/strong\u003e — will be eaten or injured\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1855\" data-end=\"1858\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1860\" data-end=\"1875\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1864\" data-end=\"1873\"\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1876\" data-end=\"2274\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1876\" data-end=\"1904\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1878\" data-end=\"1904\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1878\" data-end=\"1902\"\u003eCarnivorous predator\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1905\" data-end=\"1967\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1907\" data-end=\"1967\"\u003eIn the wild, they feed almost exclusively on \u003cstrong data-start=\"1952\" data-end=\"1965\"\u003elive fish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1968\" data-end=\"2198\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1970\" data-end=\"2005\"\u003eIn captivity, can be weaned onto:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2008\" data-end=\"2198\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2055\" data-end=\"2094\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2057\" data-end=\"2094\"\u003eFrozen\/thawed fish like silversides\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2097\" data-end=\"2143\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2099\" data-end=\"2143\"\u003eChunks of shrimp, tilapia, and silversides\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2008\" data-end=\"2052\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2010\" data-end=\"2052\"\u003eLive fish (use quarantined feeders only) Its best to only use feeders if you are struggling to get the payara to take frozen\/dry foods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2146\" data-end=\"2198\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2148\" data-end=\"2198\"\u003eMay accept pellets or carnivore sticks over time\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2199\" data-end=\"2274\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2201\" data-end=\"2274\"\u003eJuveniles Feed 5 times a week; Adults can be fed every other day or 3-4 times per week.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2276\" data-end=\"2279\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2281\" data-end=\"2300\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2285\" data-end=\"2298\"\u003eOverview:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2301\" data-end=\"2659\"\u003eHydrolycus armatus, known commonly as the \u003cstrong data-start=\"2343\" data-end=\"2361\"\u003eArmatus Payara\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-start=\"2363\" data-end=\"2388\"\u003eSaber Tooth Barracuda\u003c\/strong\u003e, or \u003cstrong data-start=\"2393\" data-end=\"2410\"\u003eVampire Tetra\u003c\/strong\u003e, is one of the most aggressive and iconic Amazonian game fish. Famous for its \u003cstrong data-start=\"2489\" data-end=\"2519\"\u003eelongated, fang-like teeth\u003c\/strong\u003e, this predatory fish is \u003cstrong data-start=\"2544\" data-end=\"2565\"\u003enot for beginners\u003c\/strong\u003e and requires expert-level care, proper tank size, and a commitment to consistent maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2661\" data-end=\"2938\"\u003eThey are \u003cstrong data-start=\"2670\" data-end=\"2700\"\u003esensitive to water quality\u003c\/strong\u003e, easily stressed in cramped tanks, and can become lethargic or refuse food if not provided optimal conditions. 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