Leporinus maculatus
Difficulty Moderate
Minimum Tank Size 170 Litres (45 US G.)
Size 15-18 cm (5.9-7.1″)
pH 6.0 – 7.5
Temperature range 22 -26 °C (71.6-78.8°F)
Water Hardness 6-15°d
Stocking Ratio 1:1 M:F
Diet Omnivore
Pellet Foods
Flake Foods
Live Foods
Other (See article)
Life Span 8-12 years
Habitat South America
Family Anostomidae
