Hi all,
Just a quick question. My LFS has some young Pardalis(about 4cm.) in stock @ £8:95. After reading up on them, this price seems to good to be true. Can anyone advise?
Thanks
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Re: Synodontis Pardalis
Going back to shop later, will try and get a photo. Does this price seem right. Read that they are endangered, but are they being tank bred now.
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Re: Synodontis Pardalis
Without a photo, its impossible to say, but personally I'd be very surprised (read gobsmacked) if they were genuine at that price.
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Re: Synodontis Pardalis
They would normally be ten times or more that price for 4"+ WC individuals.
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Re: Synodontis Pardalis
Pardalis is the name of a rare, seldom imported species.
It is also the name used by commercial breeders for hybrid synos, hoping to get buyers - I can guarantee it is not the real thing at that price. As far as I'm aware, only Pier Aquatics in Wigan have had the genuine article in & they are >£100
It is also the name used by commercial breeders for hybrid synos, hoping to get buyers - I can guarantee it is not the real thing at that price. As far as I'm aware, only Pier Aquatics in Wigan have had the genuine article in & they are >£100
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