Leporinus fasciatus (Banded Leporinus)

Leporinus are a group of large characins with a propensity to quickly dart away or jump out of the water. They require a large tank with plenty of boulders and river rock to swim around. They appreciate a fairly strong current as well. They can show aggression towards conspecifics but with enough space, they can share a tank together. We recommend keeping them with larger South American cichilds.

Scientific Name: Leporinus fasciatus

Common Name: Banded Leporinus

Max Size: 12"

pH: 5.0-7.0

Hardness: Soft

Temperature: 70-82°

Aggressiveness: Moderately Aggressive

Region of Origin: South America

Captive Bred or Wild: Wild

Diet: Small flake or pellet, small frozen or live foods