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Orthospinus franciscensis

fish species

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Weight

5–30 kg

Size

Medium

Lifespan

3–8 ans

Energy

Moyen

Maintenance

Faible

Training

Faible

Orthospinus franciscensis, sole representative of the genus Orthospinus, is a freshwater teleost fish species of the family Characidae.

Profile

At a glance

Energy

Modéré

Trainability

Faible

Maintenance

Faible

Indicative profile — every animal is an individual.

⚡ Key facts in 30 seconds

L'essentiel

  • 1Medium size (5–30 kg) — balance between presence and practicality.
  • 2Lifespan: 3 to 8 years on average, depending on care and diet.
  • 3Moderate energy — 30 to 60 minutes of activity per day is sufficient.
  • 4Minimal maintenance — little shedding, occasional brushing.

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What human age for a orthospinus franciscensis ?

The calculator is already set to the breed's adult size (espérance de vie 3–8 ans). Drag the slider to see the equivalence and corresponding life stage.

3 years
Birth9 years

Equivalent human age

52years

Mature

Metabolism slows down. Monitor weight and early signs of joint stiffness, and have teeth checked.

Estimate: Proportional estimate: a reference life expectancy of 5 years, scaled to an 80-year human life. No reference veterinary table exists for this species.

These equivalences are statistical benchmarks drawn from published veterinary tables. Every animal ages at its own pace, depending on genetics, diet and care. This calculator is neither a diagnosis nor veterinary advice.

Alert

To avoid for fish

Our database lists toxic ingredients and problematic additives by species.

  • Pacific tunaModerate
  • Copper sulphateModerate
  • red meatModerate
  • breadLow

Calculator · daily ration

How much to give a orthospinus franciscensis ?

Estimate based on the veterinary formula RER × DER, adjusted for fish. Adjust according to package recommendations.

18 kg
5 kg33 kg
Moderate

Result

225 g

per day · 719 kcal

113 g / repas (2 par jour)

Calculation for food of 320 kcal/100g.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions about Orthospinus franciscensis

How long does an Orthospinus franciscensis live?+
Average lifespan: 3 to 8 years depending on tank conditions.
Is an Orthospinus franciscensis suitable for beginners?+
Research thoroughly before adoption: each species has specific requirements (temperature, humidity, diet, space).
What basic equipment should be planned for?+
Tank sized for adult size, filtration, heating if tropical, lighting, plants/décor, water test kit.

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Sources & official links

Supplementary documentation on reference sites — breed clubs, encyclopedias, veterinarians.

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