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| Family: |
ANOSTOMIDAE |
| Species: |
Leporinus fasciatus |
| Common Name: |
Leporinus, Black banded Leporinus. |
| Size: |
Up to 10 inches (25.4cm) |
| Habitat: |
SOUTH AMERICA: Venezuela, tributaries of the Amazon |
| Min Tank Size: |
70 gallons for an adult. 125 gallons for a group. |
| Diet: |
Herbivorous. Will accept flake frozen and some live. |
| Behavior: |
Peaceful, can nip fins. Keep alone or in groups
of six or more to keep down aggression. |
| Water: |
Ph: 5.5 to 7.5, Soft to medium. dH range: 2.0 -
20.0, temperature: 73°F to 84°F (23-29°C) |
| Care: |
Medium, they can jump. |
| Communities: |
Good, watch for fin nipping. Keep with other medium
to large fish. |
| Suitability: |
Good for all who can meet its' needs. |
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