Species profile
Banded Leporinus
Leporinus fasciatusBanded Leporinus (Leporinus fasciatus) is a social community species for a cycled 100+ gallon freshwater aquarium. Plan for about 12 inches as an adult, 74-80°F water, pH 6-7.8, and moderate care. Keep a group of at least 3; larger groups often behave more naturally when the tank has room.
FlashyModerate care
100 galMinimum tank
12 inAdult size
3Schooling minimum
74-80°FTemperature
Water Range
- pH
- 6-7.8
- GH
- 3-15 dGH
- KH
- 2-10 dKH
Behavior
- Temperament
- Moderate
- Fin nipping
- 1/5
- Territory
- 2/5
Diet and Care
- Diet
- omnivore/herbivore
- Diet difficulty
- 3/5
- Care difficulty
- 3/5
Planning Notes
Moderate care needs; may require mature grazing surfaces or supplemental fresh/frozen foods.
This species may need live, frozen, fresh, or otherwise specialized foods.
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