Fish Species
African Butterfly Fish
Pantodon buchholzi
About
The African butterfly fish is a unique freshwater fish known for its large, wing-like pectoral fins that allow it to launch itself out of the water to catch insects. It is a surface-dwelling ambush predator, often found motionless just below the water's surface, waiting for prey. Its upturned mouth is adapted for surface feeding. They are generally peaceful towards fish that do not inhabit the very top layer of the tank and are too large to be considered prey.
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Classification
Scientific Name
Pantodon buchholzi
Origin Region
West Africa
Water Type
freshwater
Diet
Carnivore
Care Difficulty
Intermediate
Max Size
13 cm | 5.1 in
Water Requirements
West AfricaTemperature
23–27°C
pH
6–7.5
GH Hardness
3–10dGH
KH Alkalinity
2–6dKH
Min Tank Size
120L