Slender Mandarin Perch (siniperca roulei) Gar comes from the rivers and

comes from the rivers and tributaries of South America

Less active swimmer—bursts of speed when feeding

Lighting: Moderate (enhances blue and orange highlights)

and subtle yet striking patterning

Swordtails

Slender Mandarin Perch (siniperca roulei) Gar comes from the rivers andSiniperca roulei is one of the rarest members of the Chinese perch family, highly prized by collectors for its unique patterning and elusive nature in the aquarium trade. Like its relatives, this species is a stealth based ambush predatorusing camouflage and patience to strike prey with explosive speed. Rarely seen compared to S. chuatsi or S. kneri, this species is perfect for advanced hobbyists looking to own something truly uncommon in the Asian