Leporinus Fasciatus Leporinus fasciatus fasciatus

Common Name Leporinus Fasciatus

Other Common Names Black Banded Leporinus

Scientific Name Leporinus fasciatus fasciatus

Family Anostomidae

Community Aggressive

Class South American

Temperature 78ºF

Swimming Range Middle-Bottom

Adult Length 12-inches

Feeding Habits Fresh lettuce, spinach, zucchini, peas, celery, cantaloupe, apples and grapes. May accept algae wafers and pellets on occasion.

Compatibility Peaceful with the same sized fish, but will eat smaller fish. Leporinus will sometimes quarrel amongst themselves.

Habitat South America-Venezuela: Decorate moderately with plastic and live plants, rocks and driftwood. Live plants will be eaten so use sparingly.

Breeding Unknown

Additional Comments A covered tank is recommended as these fish are fantastic jumpers.