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Databases compiled from the Ministry of Primary Industries list of Tropical fish allowed to be imported into New Zealand.
Freshwater Fish A toH.
Freshwater Fish I to Z.
Tropical Marine Fish .
Killifish on list
Marine Invertebrates.
Exotic Reptiles and Amphibians
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Triplefin - Common
Hardy bottom dweller in the aquarium, can be very territorial during breeding season October to February
- Scientific Name: Forsterygion lapillum
- Habitat: All types of habitat round NZ coastline down to 15 metres
- Temperament: Generally peaceful
- Tank Age/Maturity: 6 months 200 litres minimum
- Diet: Any meaty foods
- Special Requirements: 4 to 8cms
- Endemic: Yes
- Aquarium Suitability: Very suitable as first fish once tank has cycled