Clouded Archerfish Care Guide
Toxotes blythii
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Bioload Score
8600
- Max Size
- 20.0 cm / 8.0"
- Temperature
- 24–30°C (75–86°F)
- pH Range
- 7.0 – 8.0
- Min Tank Size
- 208L (55 gal)
- Min Group Size
- 4 fish
- Tank Level
- Bottom-Mid
- Origin
- Southeast Asia
- Temperament
- Semi-Aggressive
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Breeding Difficulty
- Difficult
Diet
Carnivorous; has a unique feeding behavior of shooting water droplets to knock insects into the water. Requires a diet that includes live or frozen foods such as insects, brine shrimp, bloodworms, and small fish. Can be trained to accept high-quality floating pellets.
Community Compatibility
Can be suitable for a large community tank with other peaceful to semi-aggressive species that prefer similar water conditions. Care should be taken to avoid small fish that could be seen as prey. Their unique feeding behavior should be considered when selecting tank mates.
Good to Know
The Clouded Archerfish is renowned for its remarkable ability to accurately shoot water droplets at insects above the water's surface, a skill they utilize to capture prey. This behavior is not only fascinating to observe but also demonstrates their intelligence and precision.
Gender Differences
Difficult to distinguish; males and females are similar in appearance. Size and behavior during spawning season may offer some clues, but generally, there are no prominent external differences.
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