{"product_id":"black-diamond-stingray-potamotrygon-leopoldi-6-7","title":"Black Diamond Stingray (Potamotrygon leopoldi) 6-7\"","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Black Diamond Stingray (Potamotrygon leopoldi) is a premium, freshwater stingray highly prized for its deep jet-black body and vibrant white spots. Native to the Xingu River basin in Brazil, these fish are considered a luxury symbol in the advanced aquarium hobby due to their striking looks and demanding care requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverview and Biological Traits\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScientific Classification: Belongs to the freshwater stingray family Potamotrygonidae.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhysical Size: Adults grow to a disc diameter of 18 to 24 inches. Their total length, including the tail, can exceed 40 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLifespan: Capable of living 19 to 28 years in pristine captive environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVenomous Barb: Features a sharp, serrated barb on the tail. They shed and replace this barb naturally. Owners must exercise extreme caution during tank maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiet and Feeding Habits\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlack Diamonds are enthusiastic carnivores with fast metabolisms, especially when young.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJuveniles: Feed small live or frozen meals like bloodworms, mysis shrimp, and brine shrimp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdults: Thrive on high-protein staples including nightcrawlers, market shrimp, mussels, tilapia pieces, and frozen silversides.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrecaution: Avoid long-term feeding of seafood containing thiaminase (an enzyme that blocks vitamin B1 absorption).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTank Mate Compatibility\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRays are predatory bottom-dwellers. They will eat any fish small enough to fit into their mouths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSafe Choices: Large, upper-dwelling fish like Arowanas, Datnoids, and large Geophagus cichlids.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDangerous Choices: Plecos (suckermouth catfish) and aggressive cichlids. Plecos often suck on the ray’s protective slime coat, creating wounds that quickly turn into fatal bacterial infections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jasmin Aquatics Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53430638936361,"sku":null,"price":1668.95,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0966\/4325\/2521\/files\/Micro-Pellets_20260816_225131_0000.png?v=1786906307","url":"https:\/\/jasminaquaticsstore.com\/products\/black-diamond-stingray-potamotrygon-leopoldi-6-7","provider":"Jasmin Aquatics Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}