Celebes Halfbeak Care Guide
Nomorhamphus liemi
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Bioload Score
1800
- Max Size
- 7.6 cm / 3.0"
- Temperature
- 24–28°C (75–82°F)
- pH Range
- 7.0 – 8.0
- Min Tank Size
- 75L (20 gal)
- Min Group Size
- 5 fish
- Tank Level
- Mid
- Origin
- Southeast Asia
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Breeding Difficulty
- Difficult
Diet
Predominantly carnivorous; prefers live foods such as brine shrimp, daphnia, and mosquito larvae. Can also adapt to high-quality flake foods and frozen foods.
Community Compatibility
Suitable for peaceful community tanks with species that occupy middle to bottom tank levels to avoid competition for space. Ideal tank mates include small, peaceful fish that thrive in similar water conditions. Avoid large or aggressive species.
Good to Know
The Celebes Halfbeak is notable for its unique body shape and surface-dwelling habits, making it a fascinating species for aquarists. Its preference for living near the water's surface requires a tank with ample cover and low current to mimic its natural habitat.
Gender Differences
Males have a more pronounced "halfbeak" appearance with an elongated lower jaw and are generally more colorful than females. Females are larger and fuller bodied, especially when gravid.
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