Indonesian Leaf Fish Care Guide
Pristolepis grootii
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Bioload Score
4000
Semi-AggressiveAdvancedFreshwater
- Max Size
- 25.0 cm / 9.8"
- Temperature
- 23–28°C (74–82°F)
- pH Range
- 6.5 – 7.5
- Min Tank Size
- 150L (40 gal)
- Min Group Size
- 5 fish
- Tank Level
- Bottom
- Origin
- Southeast Asia
- Temperament
- Semi-Aggressive
- Difficulty
- Advanced
- Breeding Difficulty
- Difficult
Diet
Carnivorous; prefers live foods, can accept frozen foods mimicking live prey.
Community Compatibility
Best kept in a species-specific setup or with large, peaceful fish.
Good to Know
Indonesian Leaf Fish are known for their remarkable camouflage abilities, resembling a leaf.
Gender Differences
Sexual dimorphism is subtle.
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