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Zenarchopterus beauforti

Beaufort's River-hound, Beaufort's Longtom
Temperature
22–25°C
pH
7–8
dGH
4–11 ppm
Size
15 cm
Tank
120 L
Zenarchopterus beauforti is a unique fish known for its slender body and elongated snout. These fish are surface dwellers and prefer calm water with ample swimming space. Known for their hardy nature, they are not very demanding, but consistent water quality is essential. - Behavior: Generally peaceful but may show aggression towards smaller species due to their predatory instincts. Best kept in a species-specific setup or with medium-sized community fish. - Diet: Carnivorous, feeds on insects and larvae in the wild. In captivity, provide high-quality flakes, pellets, and frozen/live food like bloodworms and brine shrimp to ensure balanced nutrition. - Breeding: Little documented about breeding in captivity. Displays typical livebearer behavior with live-offs born fully developed.

Water parameters

Hardness
4–11 ppm
Temperature
22–25°C
pH
7–8

Tank & size

Fish size
15 cm
Tank length
80 cm
Tank volume
120 L

Distribution

Asia/Australien