Siamese Tigerfish and Similar Species
Datnioides pulcher
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Indonesian Tigerfish
Datnioides microlepis
Key differences: D. microlepis typically has 6-7 vertical bars, which are generally thinner and more numerous than those of D. pulcher. The body shape of D. microlepis is often slightly more elongated, and its scales are smaller (microlepis means 'small scales'). The head profile can also differ subtly.
New Guinea Tigerfish
Datnioides campbelli
Key differences: D. campbelli usually has 5-6 broad, dark vertical bars, often with a more pronounced 'fork' or 'Y' shape in some bars. Its body is generally more elongated and less deep than D. pulcher. The base coloration tends to be more silvery-grey than golden.
Silver Tigerfish
Datnioides quadrifasciatus
Key differences: D. quadrifasciatus (also known as the 'Four-Bar Tigerfish' or 'Silver Datnoid') typically has 4-5 distinct, often very thick, vertical bars. Its body is usually more silvery or greyish, and it tends to be more elongated than D. pulcher. It also inhabits brackish and marine environments more frequently.
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