Species Care
LEPORINUS - BANDED
Leporinus fasciatus
Keeping Snapshot:
- Difficulty: Intermediate
- Max Growth Size: 30 cm
- Temperament: Mostly peaceful.
- Check compatibility with other species here
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Preferred Water Parameters:
- Temperature: 22-26 degrees celsius
- pH Level: 6.5-7.5
- General Hardness: Soft-Moderate
Range: South America: Amazon basin
Reproduction: Probably egg-scatterer.
Feeding: Omnivorous and herbivorous, accepts most standard foods, relishes vegetable based foods.
Additional Comments: Active larger-growing Characin, best suited to large tanks. Prefers plenty of open swimming room. Provide some hiding places (eg driftwood).
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