In the aquarium literature this fish species is known as “reddish suction-barbel” but in recent publication it has named “Kangalfish”. This plain looking fish is known for its use in the biological therapy against Psoriasis and other skin diseases. These fish nibbles the sick skin of the patients in a bath and not only eats away the diseased skin but also has a therapeutic effect on the skin. As with all the representatives of the extensive barb family (Cyprinidae) this fish is not difficult to keep. They should be kept in a larger school and at not too high temperature, because their place of origin is Turkey and Mesopotamia. Also breeding is not very difficult. This is a free laying species, which tend to hunt their own eggs vigorously directly after spawning. The further raising of the fry should not be difficult with the usual fry food.(Photo: Frank Schäfer, Text: Izaak den Daas)
| Angaben zum Tier | |
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| Herkunft | Türkei, Syrien, Euphrat, Tigris |
