Long-finned Alestes Care Guide
Brycinus longipinnis
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Bioload Score
1000
Semi-AggressiveModerateFreshwater
- Max Size
- 12.0 cm / 4.7"
- Temperature
- 22–28°C (72–82°F)
- pH Range
- 6.5 – 7.5
- Min Tank Size
- 80L (21 gal)
- Min Group Size
- 6 fish
- Tank Level
- Bottom-Mid
- Origin
- Africa
- Temperament
- Semi-Aggressive
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Breeding Difficulty
- Easy
Diet
Omnivorous; accepts a wide variety of flake, live, and frozen foods.
Community Compatibility
A hardy schooling fish, ideal for community tanks with ample swimming space.
Good to Know
Long-finned Alestes are valued for their striking long fins and schooling behavior, enhancing the visual appeal of the tank.
Gender Differences
Males have longer fins and are slightly more colorful.
Stock Long-finned Alestes in Your Tank
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