Siberian Sturgeon (Acipenser baerii)
By Graham Quick
The Siberian is the most common species seen for sale, it is easier to breed than other species and it grows very quickly with very few health problems. Reaches a maximum length of 2m (6½ft) and 200kg in the wild. In ponds 1.2m and 15-20kg is about the maximum. This fish grows very quickly and will out grow the average pond. The skin is brownish grey to black in colour and the ventral (under side) is whitish, sometimes with grey spots. The Silver Siberian is seen for sale occasionally and if you can afford it makes a very beautiful silver grey specimen.
A good fish for the larger pond as it grows very quickly and is hardy. It will go with bigger fish with out any problems and is not a threat to other smaller fish.
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