Banded Archerfish (Toxotes jaculatrix)

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Banded Archerfish

Toxotes jaculatrix.jpg
Banded Archerfish

Toxotes jaculatrix

208 Litres (55 US G.)

20.3-30.5cm (8-12 ")

pH

7.0 - 8.0

25-29.4°C (77 -85 °F)

12-25 °d

1:2 M:F

Omnivore
Pellet Foods
Flake Foods
Live Foods
Other (See article)

5-8 years

Family

Toxotidae



Additional names

Banded Archerfish

Additional scientific names

Sciaena jaculatrix


Sexing[edit]

Difficult to visually sex.


Tank compatibility[edit]

Primarily a surface feeder, but will occasionally occupy the middle of the tank as well. Only with other brackish or hard water species, such as Monodactylus and Scatophagus.


Diet[edit]

Although adaptable, the use insects and other invertebrates regularly in their diet is preferred.


Feeding regime[edit]

Feed lightly every day, twice a day, or heavily every other day.


Environment specifics[edit]

Brackish water fish, SG 1.002 to 1.007, but can adapt to freshwater - however it is preferred if this condition is kept only temporarily. Lower the water level slightly as they can jump.


Behaviour[edit]

Rather active fish, becoming more so when in groups. Famous for their 'archery' abilities, where they shoot jets of water at insects above the water's surface.


Identification[edit]

Differ from other Toxotes by having their banding extending into their dorsal fin, with only vertical banding. May or may not have a yellowish tail.

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