ToxotidaeFreshwater Fishintermediate
Toxotes microlepis 'Smallscale Archerfish'
Toxotes microlepis
Origin: Southeast Asia, Thailand
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Water Parameters
Temperature25–30 °C
15 °C35 °C
pH7–8
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GH (Hardness)6–20 °dGH
0 °dGH30 °dGH
KH (Alkalinity)4–12 °dKH
0 °dKH20 °dKH
Quick Stats
- Max Size
- 15 cm
- Min Tank
- 150 L
- Lifespan
- 5-8
- Swimming Level
- surface
- Schooling
- No
- Diet
- carnivore
- Temperament
- peaceful toward fish; shoots surface insects
About
Toxotes microlepis, the Smallscale Archerfish, is a predominantly freshwater archerfish smaller than T. jaculatrix. Inhabits freshwater rivers and streams. Shoots water jets at overhanging insects and fruit. Fascinating species for paludarium setups.
Care Guide
Provide overhanging features for target practice. 150 L+. Temperature 25–30°C, pH 7.0–8.0. Feed crickets, mealworms, floating pellets. Group of 3+. Freshwater tolerant — no salt needed unlike T. jaculatrix.
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