Archer Fish ( Toxotes jaculator )

Archer Fish ( Toxotes jaculator )

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  • Scientific Name: Toxotes (e.g., Toxotes jaculatrix, Toxotes chatareus)
  • Common Name: Archer Fish
  • Origin: Found in Southeast Asia, including India, Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia, inhabiting both freshwater and brackish waters (rivers, estuaries, mangrove swamps).
  • Size: Typically grows to 6-12 inches (15-30 cm), depending on the species.
  • Tank Size: Minimum 55 gallons
  • Water Temperature: 75-82°F (24-28°C)
  • pH: 6.5-7.5
  • Diet: Carnivorous; feeds on insects, small fish, and crustaceans. In captivity, they accept live/frozen foods like krill, bloodworms, and brine shrimp.
  • Temperament: Semi-aggressive; may exhibit territorial behavior, especially when young or during feeding.
  • Compatibility: Best kept with peaceful to semi-aggressive species, such as larger tetras, cichlids, and livebearers. Avoid small or delicate fish.
  • Breeding: Egg-layer; relatively challenging to breed in captivity. They spawn in floating plants and guard their eggs.
  • Care Tips: Archer fish are famous for their ability to shoot streams of water at insects or prey above the water’s surface. Ensure a spacious tank with floating plants and robust filtration. They require a high-protein diet to maintain health and energy for their unique hunting behavior.
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