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Small tank raised Etroplus canarensisNot a hard water fish, unlike the other two fish in the genus. They are naturally found in the Kumaradhara and Netravathi rivers. They are not a brackish species, as they are found far from the coast. Most spawning difficulties are due to people keeping canarensis in hard water. A member of CF has reported that his fish spawned at temps from 77-85F, GH & KH 2-3, pH 6.8-7.2.from Cichlid forum Geo. Origin: Kumaradhara and Netravathi rivers - India Habitat: Slow flowing water along rocky banks Diet: Omnivore