Flying Fox
Epalzeorhynchos kalopterus
Beginner
Freshwater
Peaceful when young, may become territorial with age. Lives solitary in the wild. Avoid keeping with other similar algae eaters.
Cyprinidae
Max Size
16.0 cm (6.3")
Min Tank
200 L (53 gal)
Min Group
1+
Diet
Omnivore - balanced diet
Water Parameters
Temperature
20.0-28.0°C
68-82°F
pH
6.0-8.0
Hardness (dGH)
5.0-8.0
Min Tank Size
200 L
53 gal
About
Algae eater with an elongated body. Lateral black stripe with a gold edge. Fins edged in red and white. Two barbels.
Behavior & Temperament
Peaceful when young, may become territorial with age. Lives solitary in the wild. Avoid keeping with other similar algae eaters.
Feeding
Omnivore - balanced diet
Breeding
Oviparous. Reproduction in private aquariums unknown. Commercially spawned with hormones. Dimorphism: females are more robust.
Compatibility
Territorial, may be aggressive with conspecifics
Quick Summary
| Scientific Name | Epalzeorhynchos kalopterus |
|---|---|
| Family | Cyprinidae |
| Category | Fish |
| Care Level | Beginner |
| Water Type | Freshwater |
| Max Size | 16.0 cm (6.3") |
| Min Tank | 200 L (53 gal) |
| Min Group | 1+ |
| Diet | Omnivore - balanced diet |
| Temperament | Peaceful when young, may become territorial with age. Lives solitary in the wild. Avoid keeping with other similar algae eaters. |
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