{"title":"Miscellaneous Fish","description":"\u003cp\u003eShop miscellaneous freshwater fish online, including rare oddball species and unique aquarium fish. Enjoy delivery to your door with our Live Arrival Guarantee*. (*Terms \u0026amp; conditions apply)\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"axolotl-1","title":"Axolotl - Gold\/White\/Olive","description":"\u003cp\u003ePopular coldwater 'oddball' pet. If keeping with fish, ensure the fish do not nibble at the Axolotl's feathery gills, or alternatively be eaten by the Axolotl. (The Axolotl has rather poor eye sight and tends to snap at anything it considers food!) Axolotls also have the amazing ability to regenerate limbs or gills.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Coburg Aquarium","offers":[{"title":"10-15cm","offer_id":28353121419350,"sku":"G901","price":120.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0147\/1561\/7366\/products\/axolotl-golden.jpg?v=1569117018"},{"product_id":"bitterling","title":"Bitterling","description":"\u003cp\u003eHardy and peaceful coldwaterfish, suitable to keep with Goldfish. The Bitterling's breeding habits are very unusual (it lays its eggs inside freshwater mussels, nicely protected until the fry hatch and emerge from the mussel.)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Coburg Aquarium","offers":[{"title":"3-4cm","offer_id":28353121583190,"sku":"G910","price":29.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0147\/1561\/7366\/products\/Bitterling_01.jpg?v=1577748563"},{"product_id":"aphyosemion-australe-chocolate","title":"Aphyosemion Australe Chocolate","description":"\u003cp\u003ePrefers a planted tank and looks best against a darker substrate. Use a tight fitting cover as all Killifish are expert jumpers. Keep either in a single species tank or with similar sized peaceful species. Males are more colourful and have longer fins.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Coburg Aquarium","offers":[{"title":"4cm","offer_id":28353266614358,"sku":"X040","price":11.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0147\/1561\/7366\/products\/Aphyosemion_Australe_01.jpg?v=1577062158"},{"product_id":"aphyosemion-australe-kap-lopez","title":"Aphyosemion Australe Kap Lopez","description":"\u003cp\u003ePrefers a planted tank and looks best against a darker substrate. Use a tight fitting cover as all Killifish are expert jumpers. Keep either in a single species tank or with similar sized peaceful species. Males are more colourful and have longer fins.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Coburg Aquarium","offers":[{"title":"3-4cm","offer_id":28353270939734,"sku":"X055","price":14.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0147\/1561\/7366\/products\/lopez_1.jpg?v=1560249165"},{"product_id":"aphyosemion-bivittatum","title":"Aphyosemion Bivittatum","description":"\u003cp\u003ePrefers a planted tank and looks best against a darker substrate. Use a tight fitting cover as all Killifish are expert jumpers. Keep either in a single species tank or with similar sized peaceful species. Males are more colourful and have longer fins.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Coburg Aquarium","offers":[{"title":"3-4cm","offer_id":28353272905814,"sku":"X065","price":11.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0147\/1561\/7366\/files\/CoburgAquariumAphyosemionBivittatum.jpg?v=1690957780"},{"product_id":"aphyosemion-gardneri","title":"Aphyosemion Gardneri","description":"\u003cp\u003ePrefers a planted tank and looks best against a darker substrate. Use a tight fitting cover as all Killifish are expert jumpers. Keep either in a single species tank or with similar sized peaceful species. Males are more colourful and have longer fins.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Coburg Aquarium","offers":[{"title":"3-3.5cm","offer_id":28353276837974,"sku":"X100","price":14.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0147\/1561\/7366\/products\/Aphyosemion_Gardneri_01.jpg?v=1577062347"},{"product_id":"flagtail-prochilodus","title":"Flagtail Prochilodus","description":"\u003cp\u003ePeaceful shoaling fish. Grows to a large size. Ideal display fish for large aquaria.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Coburg Aquarium","offers":[{"title":"5-7cm","offer_id":28353332379734,"sku":"X320","price":79.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0147\/1561\/7366\/products\/Flagtail_Prochilodus_01.jpg?v=1577749426"},{"product_id":"flagtail-prochilodus-1","title":"Flagtail Prochilodus","description":"\u003cp\u003ePeaceful shoaling fish. Grows to a large size. Ideal display fish for large aquaria.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Coburg Aquarium","offers":[{"title":"12-15cm","offer_id":28353332543574,"sku":"X321","price":120.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0147\/1561\/7366\/products\/Flagtail_Prochilodus_01_b9e15b9e-ae11-4c2f-9149-792f38a6e7ee.jpg?v=1577749459"},{"product_id":"glass-fish-chanda","title":"Glass Fish -Chanda","description":"\u003cp\u003eShoaling fish, best kept in a group. Prefers some open swimming space with plenty of plant thickets.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Coburg Aquarium","offers":[{"title":"3-5cm","offer_id":28353333788758,"sku":"X365","price":24.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0147\/1561\/7366\/products\/glass-fish-chanda.jpg?v=1560251043"},{"product_id":"goby-brachygobius-kabilensis","title":"Goby - Brachygobius Kabilensis","description":"\u003cp\u003eHard to find Bumble Bee Goby - not to be confused with Brachygobius doriae.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Coburg Aquarium","offers":[{"title":"1-1.5cm","offer_id":28353335099478,"sku":"X395","price":3.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0147\/1561\/7366\/products\/brachygobius-kabiliensis.jpg?v=1560251120"},{"product_id":"hatchetfish-marble","title":"Hatchetfish - Marble","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Marble Hatchet fish is an uncommon species native to South America. They are a peaceful species. They dwell at the top of the aquarium and have an unusual deep body, primarily silver with dark marble like patterns across the body. The Marble Hatchet fish is a keen jumper, so ensure your aquarium is well covered.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFeatures of Marble Hatchet Fish:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDeep body with dark brown, olive \u0026amp; black marble markings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFemales are much the same as males\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA shy shoaling species that prefer groups of 6 or more\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGrows up to 9cm in the aquarium\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTank Mate Compatibility:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePeaceful, \u0026amp; a shy species that prefers to occupy the top water column of the aquarium. A suitable community fish for other peaceful small species. Avoid keeping with large aggressive species.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/products\/hatchetfish-silver?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=11b6f7076\u0026amp;_ss=r\" title=\"Coburg Aquarium | Hatchet Fish\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSilver Hatchet Fish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Coburg Aquarium | Corydoras Catfish | Shop Live Fish Online\" href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/products\/corydoras-assorted-2?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=2fafbca9b\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCorydoras Catfish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Coburg Aquarium | Neon Tetra | Shop Live Aquarium Fish Online\" href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/products\/neon-tetra?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=cf7c44263\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNeon Tetra\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Coburg Aquarium | Cardinal Tetra | Shop Live Aquarium Fish Online\" href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/products\/cardinal-tetra?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=aa822b977\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCardinal Tetra\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCoburg Aquarium, specialize in rare \u0026amp; exotic species of\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/live-fish\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/live-fish\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e live fish\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Best Aquarium Size Marble\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e Hatchet Fish\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e:\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHatchet Fish are not an overly active species. They will do well in a smaller aquarium. We recommend 75 Litres or more, depending on the size of your shoal. In the wild, they congregate in large schools and are an impressive sight in the aquarium.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/aquariums\/yi-ding\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/aquariums\/yi-ding\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYiding Tanks\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/aquariums\/aqua-one\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/aquariums\/aqua-one\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAqua One Tanks\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/aquariums\/fluval\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/aquariums\/fluval\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFluval Aquariums\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/aquariums\/oceanson\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/aquariums\/oceanson\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOceason Aquariums\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAfter an Aquarium for your fish? Browse \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/aquariums\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/aquariums\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAquarium Tank Selection here.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p7\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHatchet fish are carnivores and do not naturally consume vegetable matter. Feed a variety of high protein flakes, granules, and floating pellets,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/products\/live-blackworm-per-serve\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/products\/live-blackworm-per-serve\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003elive blackworms\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/products\/hikari-frozen-bloodworm-12-pack?_pos=4\u0026amp;_sid=b98d0b558\u0026amp;_ss=r\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/products\/hikari-frozen-bloodworm-12-pack?_pos=4\u0026amp;_sid=b98d0b558\u0026amp;_ss=r\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003efrozen bloodworms\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca title=\"Coburg Aquarium | Pro Balance Tubifex Worms | Aquarium Food Online\" href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/products\/pro-balance-freeze-dried-tubifex-worms-1?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=307b2b02f\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003etubifex worms\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca title=\"Coburg Aquarium | Brine Shrimp | Fish Food Online\" href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/products\/instant-baby-brine-shrimp-20g?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=bbf5acf4f\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003ebrine shrimp\u003c\/a\u003e for the healthiest of Hatchet Fish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p7\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCheck out our\u003c\/span\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/fish-food\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/fish-food\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHigh Quality Fish Foods\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTank Setup:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p13\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #808080;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #808080;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAquarium Filtration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eA good\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/filtration\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003efiltration system\u003c\/a\u003e is necessary for fish to thrive. Hatchet Fish enjoy clean and stable water parameters. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSlow currents suit them best.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eView our extensive range of \u003ca title=\"Coburg Aquarium | Aquarium filters\" href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/filtration\"\u003eaquarium filtration units. \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #808080;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #808080;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #808080;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #808080;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHatchet Fish prefer temperatures between  24 - 27° C. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA Thermometer is recommended to monitor the water temperature.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p22\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #808080;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #808080;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLighting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #808080;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #808080;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHatchet Fish naturally are found in river systems with dark waters that consist heavily of wood, and plants. They prefer a dimly lit aquarium and will be more active in darker water. Replicate their natural environment with dimmable LED lighting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #808080;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #808080;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeed An Aquarium Light for your tank? Browse our\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #808080;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #808080;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/fish-lighting\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/fish-lighting\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFish Tank Aquarium Lighting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p22\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #808080;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #808080;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #808080;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #808080;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSubstrate\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p6\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHatchet Fish are not picky about substrate, as they dwell in the top level of the water column. Consider using a darker substrate to minimize light reflection as this species prefers lower levels of lighting in the aquarium.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p6\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/fish-decorations\/substrate-rocks\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/fish-decorations\/substrate-rocks\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA variety of Substrates\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e are available at Coburg Aquarium. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p6\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p22\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #808080;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #808080;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDecorations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNaturally Hatchet Fish occupy river systems filled with driftwood, leaf litter, vegetation and a heavy canopy cover. Driftwood provides much needed tanins and shelter for this shy species, while vegetation replicates their natural environment.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eView our large range of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/fish-decorations\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/fish-decorations\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eaquarium decorations here.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Coburg Aquarium","offers":[{"title":"3-3.5cm","offer_id":28353391165526,"sku":"T050","price":34.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0147\/1561\/7366\/files\/CoburgAquariumHatchetMarbled.jpg?v=1689308169"},{"product_id":"hatchetfish-silver","title":"Hatchetfish - Silver","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Silver Hatchet fish is an uncommon species native to South America. They are a peaceful species also known as the Spotted Silver Hatchet fish. They dwell at the top of the aquarium and have an unusual deep body, primarily silver with dark markings and spots. The Spotted Silver Hatchet fish is a keen jumper, so ensure your aquarium is well covered.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFeatures of Silver Hatchet Fish:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDeep silver body with dark brown, olive \u0026amp; black markings and spots\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFemales are much the same as males\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA shy shoaling species that prefer groups of 6 or more\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGrows up to 9cm in the aquarium\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKeen jumpers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTank Mate Compatibility:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePeaceful, \u0026amp; a shy species that prefers to occupy the top water column of the aquarium. A suitable community fish for other peaceful small species. Avoid keeping with large aggressive species.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Coburg Aquarium | Hatchet Fish\" href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/products\/hatchetfish-marble?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=b1d65a554\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMarbled Hatchet Fish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Coburg Aquarium | Corydoras Catfish | Shop Live Fish Online\" href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/products\/corydoras-assorted-2?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=2fafbca9b\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCorydoras Catfish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Coburg Aquarium | Neon Tetra | Shop Live Aquarium Fish Online\" href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/products\/neon-tetra?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=cf7c44263\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNeon Tetra\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Coburg Aquarium | Cardinal Tetra | Shop Live Aquarium Fish Online\" href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/products\/cardinal-tetra?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=aa822b977\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCardinal Tetra\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCoburg Aquarium, specialize in rare \u0026amp; exotic species of\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/live-fish\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e live fish\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Best Aquarium Size \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSilver Hatchet Fish\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e:\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHatchet Fish are not an overly active species. They will do well in a smaller aquarium. We recommend 75 Litres or more, depending on the size of your shoal. In the wild, they congregate in large schools and are an impressive sight in the aquarium.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/aquariums\/yi-ding\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYiding Tanks\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/aquariums\/aqua-one\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAqua One Tanks\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/aquariums\/fluval\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFluval Aquariums\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/aquariums\/oceanson\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOceason Aquariums\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAfter an Aquarium for your fish? Browse \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/aquariums\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAquarium Tank Selection here.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p7\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHatchet fish are carnivores and do not naturally consume vegetable matter. Feed a variety of high protein flakes, granules, and floating pellets,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/products\/live-blackworm-per-serve\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003elive blackworms\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/products\/hikari-frozen-bloodworm-12-pack?_pos=4\u0026amp;_sid=b98d0b558\u0026amp;_ss=r\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003efrozen bloodworms\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca title=\"Coburg Aquarium | Pro Balance Tubifex Worms | Aquarium Food Online\" href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/products\/pro-balance-freeze-dried-tubifex-worms-1?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=307b2b02f\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003etubifex worms\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca title=\"Coburg Aquarium | Brine Shrimp | Fish Food Online\" href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/products\/instant-baby-brine-shrimp-20g?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=bbf5acf4f\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003ebrine shrimp\u003c\/a\u003e for the healthiest of Hatchet Fish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p7\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCheck out our\u003c\/span\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/fish-food\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHigh Quality Fish Foods\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTank Setup:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p13\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #808080;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAquarium Filtration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eA good\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003efiltration system\u003c\/a\u003e is necessary for fish to thrive. Hatchet Fish enjoy clean and stable water parameters. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSlow currents suit them best and aquariums high in oxygen.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eView our extensive range of \u003ca title=\"Coburg Aquarium | Aquarium filters\" href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/filtration\"\u003eaquarium filtration units. \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #808080;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #808080;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHatchet Fish prefer temperatures between  24 - 27° C. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA Thermometer is recommended to monitor the water temperature.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p22\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #808080;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLighting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #808080;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHatchet Fish naturally are found in river systems with dark waters that consist heavily of wood, and plants. They prefer a dimly lit aquarium and will be more active in darker water. Replicate their natural environment with dimmable LED lighting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #808080;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeed An Aquarium Light for your tank? Browse our\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #808080;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/fish-lighting\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFish Tank Aquarium Lighting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p22\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #808080;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #808080;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSubstrate\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p6\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHatchet Fish are not picky about substrate, as they dwell in the top level of the water column. Consider using a darker substrate to minimize light reflection as this species prefers lower levels of lighting in the aquarium.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p6\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/fish-decorations\/substrate-rocks\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA variety of Substrates\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e are available at Coburg Aquarium. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p6\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p22\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #808080;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDecorations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNaturally Hatchet Fish occupy river systems filled with driftwood, leaf litter, vegetation and a heavy canopy cover. Driftwood provides much needed tanins and shelter for this shy species, while vegetation replicates their natural environment.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eView our large range of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/fish-decorations\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eaquarium decorations here.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Coburg Aquarium","offers":[{"title":"0.5-2cm","offer_id":28353391362134,"sku":"T055","price":9.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0147\/1561\/7366\/files\/CoburgAquariumHatchetFishSpottedSilver_3.jpg?v=1689308268"},{"product_id":"headstander-spotted","title":"Headstander - Spotted","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpotted Headstander\u003c\/strong\u003e is a fascinating freshwater fish renowned for its distinctive head-down swimming posture and attractive spotted patterning. Its elongated body is decorated with dark spots and subtle horizontal markings over a golden to silver base, creating a natural appearance that blends beautifully into planted aquariums. Active and constantly grazing on algae and biofilm, the Spotted Headstander adds both character and functionality to peaceful community aquariums. Best kept in small groups, this species displays interesting social behaviour and becomes increasingly confident in well-established aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures of Spotted Headstander\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Distinctive head-down swimming behaviour\u003cbr\u003e• Attractive spotted pattern over a golden-silver body\u003cbr\u003e• Active algae and biofilm grazer\u003cbr\u003e• Peaceful species best kept in small groups\u003cbr\u003e• Grows to approximately 7 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Best Aquarium Size for Spotted Headstander\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA minimum aquarium size of \u003cstrong\u003e150 litres\u003c\/strong\u003e is recommended for a small group. These active swimmers appreciate long aquariums with plenty of open space, driftwood, and planted areas for grazing. Keeping five or more individuals helps encourage natural schooling behaviour and reduces shyness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTank Mate Compatibility for Spotted Headstander\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Corydoras Catfish\u003cbr\u003e• Bristlenose Catfish\u003cbr\u003e• Congo Tetra\u003cbr\u003e• Lemon Tetra\u003cbr\u003e• Angelfish\u003cbr\u003e• Rainbowfish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid housing with aggressive or highly territorial species that may outcompete them during feeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDiet for Spotted Headstander\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Spotted Headstander is an omnivore with a strong preference for plant matter. Offer a high-quality sinking pellet or algae wafer as the staple diet, supplemented with spirulina-based foods, fresh blanched vegetables such as zucchini, spinach, and cucumber, and occasional frozen foods including bloodworms, brine shrimp, and daphnia. Their natural grazing behaviour also benefits from mature aquariums with algae and biofilm growth. Feed 1–2 times daily in moderate portions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAquarium Setup for Spotted Headstander\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAquarium Filtration\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide efficient filtration with moderate water movement to maintain clean, well-oxygenated water. A quality canister filter is ideal for larger aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAquarium Plants\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHardy plants such as Java Fern, Anubias, Amazon Sword, and Vallisneria provide shelter while leaving open areas for swimming and grazing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAquarium Lighting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eModerate lighting encourages natural algae and biofilm growth while showcasing the fish's attractive spotted pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAquarium Heating\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain a stable water temperature between \u003cstrong\u003e24–28°C\u003c\/strong\u003e using a reliable aquarium heater.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAquarium Substrate\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFine gravel or sand is ideal, allowing the fish to forage naturally without damaging their mouthparts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAquarium Decorations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInclude driftwood, smooth rocks, and plenty of natural surfaces where algae and biofilm can develop. Combine these with planted sections and open swimming areas to create a balanced environment that encourages natural behaviour.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Coburg Aquarium","offers":[{"title":"3-4cm","offer_id":28353395621974,"sku":"X420","price":12.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0147\/1561\/7366\/files\/ProductImageCoburgAquarium1400x1000spottedheadstander.jpg?v=1782693823"},{"product_id":"knife-fish-brown-ghost","title":"Ghost Knife Fish - Golden Ghost","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBlack Ghost Knives are a nocturnal species. They can be shy at first but show themselves more when settled. They need several hiding places (eg driftwood, cave like structures, dense planting) - the more hiding spots, the more you'll see them as they will feel secure enough to come out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThey can be sensitive to medications as they are a scaleless fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThey are a naturally predatory fish, but if fed well and kept with larger, peaceful species they may leave fish alone. Avoid keeping them with fish that will fit in their mouth.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Coburg Aquarium","offers":[{"title":"8-10cm","offer_id":28353399914582,"sku":"X455","price":35.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0147\/1561\/7366\/files\/CoburgAquariumGoldenGhostKnife.jpg?v=1720076870"},{"product_id":"leporinus-banded","title":"Leporinus Banded","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe banded leporinus appears like a torpedo-shaped bumblebee. Their vertical black and yellow stripes help individuals blend into the school in wide-open water, confusing their prey. Native to the Amazon River basin in South America, they grow over a foot in length and are keen jumpers given any opportunity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eCoburg Aquarium's \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/live-fish\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/live-fish\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLive Fish\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/aquariums\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/aquariums\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAquarium Products\u003c\/a\u003e shipped to your door in Australia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFeatures of Banded Leporinus:\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTwo prominent front teeth like arabbit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLight yellow\/golden colour between black bands\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEvery year, one black band will split in two\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTorpedo shaped body\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAverage Lifespan ：5 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Best Aquarium Size for \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBanded Leporinus\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e:\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDue to growing to a larger size of 30cm, w\u003c\/span\u003ee recommend providing a tank size of 250L or larger. \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe bigger tank is better for the health of your fish. They will occupy the mid to lower water column in the aquarium. Be sure to keep your aquarium securely covered as they are great jumpers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAfter an Aquarium for your fish? Browse\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/aquariums\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/aquariums\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAquarium Tank Selection here.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTank Mate Compatibility:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBanded Leporinus are a schooling species and prefer to be in larger schools of their own kind and are known to quarrel amoungst themselves.. They can be kept with other non-aggressive, larger cichlids. Known to be fin nippers, do not keep with long fin, peaceful species. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGreat tank mates for Banded Leporinus:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/live-fish\/cichlids\" title=\"Coburg Aquarium | Cichlids\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/live-fish\/cichlids\"\u003eLess-aggressive South American Cichlids\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/products\/black-ghost-knife-3?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=154e4989c\u0026amp;_ss=r\" title=\"Coburg Aquarium | Black Ghost Knifefish\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/products\/black-ghost-knife-3?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=154e4989c\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003eGhost Knifefish\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/products\/severum-rotkeil-1?_pos=9\u0026amp;_sid=7c1cabb09\u0026amp;_ss=r\" title=\"Coburg Aquarium | Rotkeil Severum\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/products\/severum-rotkeil-1?_pos=9\u0026amp;_sid=7c1cabb09\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003eRotkeil Severum\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCoburg Aquarium, specialize in rare \u0026amp; exotic species of\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/live-fish\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/live-fish\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e live fish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFeeding :\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePrimarily herbivores in nature. In the aquarium, offer vegetable based flakes, pellets and wafers. Live edible plants such as ambulia, and elodea can be supplied. They will consume snails \u0026amp; shrimp if given the chance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAt Coburg Aquarium online, we stock a variety high quality fish food for your choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSearch our\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/fish-food\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/fish-food\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHigh Quality Fish Foods\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ecollections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBanded Leporinus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eTank Setup:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAquarium Filtration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFast-moving waters would be consistent with their natural habitat. A strong\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/filtration\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/filtration\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003efiltration system\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis absolutely necessary. Make sure the filter matches with your tank size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHere are some great ones to consider:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/filtration\/filters+aqua-one\" title=\"Aqua One Fish tank Filter for sale in coburgaquarium.com.au\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/filtration\/filters+aqua-one\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAqua One Internal Filters, Canister Filters, Hang On Filters\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"eheim classic filter for sale in coburgaquarium.com.au\" href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/filtration\/filters+eheim\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/filtration\/filters+eheim\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEheim Classic Canister Filter with Media\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"Fluval fish tank filter for sale in Australia | Coburg Aquarium\" href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/filtration\/filters+fluval\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/filtration\/filters+fluval\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFluval Internal Filter, Hang On Filter, Canister Filter\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"Oase the best aquarium filters | Tank Filters for sale in coburg aquarium\" href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/filtration\/filters+oase\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/filtration\/filters+oase\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOase Internal Filters, Canister Filters\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlants for Banded Leporinus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBanded Leporinus will consume plants in the aquarium, however sturdy plants such as Amazon Sword or Anubias may be spared.\u003c\/span\u003e Interested in Live Plants for your aquariums?\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/live-plants\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/live-plants\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eClick here to see more Fish Live Plant\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDecorations for Banded Leporinus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBanded Leporinus are naturally found in rocky water systems with high flowing water. Build up the aquarium with rock, wood and ornamental structure\u003c\/span\u003e. Ideal ornaments for your\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBanded Leporinus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003etank:\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/fish-decorations\/biorb\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/fish-decorations\/biorb\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ebiOrb Ornaments Collections\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/fish-decorations\/aqua-one?page=1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/fish-decorations\/aqua-one?page=1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAqua One Ornaments Collections\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/fish-decorations\/ornaments+kazoo\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/fish-decorations\/ornaments+kazoo\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKazoo ornaments collections\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/bonsai-driftwood-aquarium\" title=\"Aquarium decorations Online | Bonsai driftwood | fish tank driftwood for sale\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/bonsai-driftwood-aquarium\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBonsai Tree Driftwood Collections\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAfter more quality decorations? Check our\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/fish-decorations\/ornaments\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/fish-decorations\/ornaments\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAquarium Ornaments\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLighting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBanded Leporinus prefer more subdued lighting. Select dimmable LED lighting for ease of adjustment, and run lighting for 8-10 hours per day to reflect natural day light hours.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eView our selection of\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/fish-lighting\" title=\"Coburg Aquarium | Aquarium lighting\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/fish-lighting\"\u003eaquarium lighting\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSubstrate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eReplicate a natural riverbed with sand or fine gravel. \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/fish-decorations\/substrate-rocks\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/fish-decorations\/substrate-rocks\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA variety of Substrates\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eare available at Coburg Aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Coburg Aquarium","offers":[{"title":"6-8cm","offer_id":28353409482838,"sku":"X471","price":99.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0147\/1561\/7366\/products\/BandedLeporinus_445a4a5d-7f63-466d-943e-329c2f36e30c.jpg?v=1593742418"},{"product_id":"leporinus-arcus-lipstick","title":"Leporinus Arcus - Lipstick","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA large, colorful species of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eLeporinus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e originally known from the waters of the Guiana Shield, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eLeporinus arcus\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003eis relatively rare in the hobby. More recently, this species has been tank raised in limited numbers in Southeast Asia.  A fast-swimming, but somewhat aggresive species, they make an excellent tankmate for large cichlids or characins, especially other active, fast-moving fish. As with most of their close relatives, the Lipstick Leporinus can be prone to nip fins or scales of slower moving tankmates and can be aggressive towards conspecifics or other close relatives. Plenty of cover and strong water movement can help offset aggression in these fish. If attempting to keep them together or with other close relatives, a group of at least 5 should be considered the bare minimum for successful cohabitation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Coburg Aquarium","offers":[{"title":"4-6cm","offer_id":28353409974358,"sku":"X465","price":29.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0147\/1561\/7366\/files\/lipstick.png?v=1751940734"},{"product_id":"nothobranchius-rachovii","title":"Nothobranchius Rachovii","description":"\u003cp\u003eAnnual fish (this fish inhabits waterbodies which dry out each year, it has a shortened life cycle). Provide hiding places, best kept in a single species tank. Like all Killifish, a skilled jumper so provide a tight fitting lid.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Coburg Aquarium","offers":[{"title":"5-7cm","offer_id":28353488453718,"sku":"X696","price":19.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0147\/1561\/7366\/products\/Nothobranchius_Rachovi_01.jpg?v=1577749850"},{"product_id":"pencil-fish-coral-red","title":"Pencil Fish - Coral Red","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Coral Red Pencilfish\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"sciname\"\u003eNannostomus mortenthaleri\u003c\/span\u003e is one of the most beautiful species of pencilfish. It is a fairly recent addition to the hobby and was only scientifically described in 2001. It was discovered and named by Martin Mortenthaler, the owner of the Austrian export company, Aquarium Rio Momon, in 2000. This pretty little fish was first described as a sub-species of the Dwarf Pencilfish \u003cspan class=\"sciname\"\u003eNannostomus marginatus\u003c\/span\u003e but then shortly after was recognized as its own distinct species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis pencilfish has a red body with two, strong horizontal black lines, giving it a broadly-striped appearance. It is also known as the Red Arc Pencilfish, Peruvian Red Pencilfish, and Ruby Red Pencilfish. This is one of the most beautiful characins available, yet it vies for this position with an even more recently discovered pencilfish relative, the Purple Dwarf Pencilfish \u003cspan class=\"sciname\"\u003eNannostomus rubrocaudatus\u003c\/span\u003e, which was described in 2009. These two are very similar in color, but only the Coral Red Pencilfish has a white belly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecies -Nannostomus mortenthaleri\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommon Name – Dwarf Coral Red Pencilfish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin – Brazil, Columbia, and Peru in South America\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiet – Omnivore\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePH Range – Alkaline 6.5 – 7\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTemperature – Tropical 26-28°c\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBreed Type – egg scatterer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximum Size – approximately 3cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Coburg Aquarium","offers":[{"title":"2-4cm","offer_id":28353501626454,"sku":"T070","price":99.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0147\/1561\/7366\/files\/Pencilfish-Dwarf-Coral-Red-510x510_jpg.webp?v=1752444530"},{"product_id":"pencil-fish-dwarf","title":"Pencil Fish - Dwarf","description":"\u003cp\u003eDifficult to breed, aquarium stock is all wild-caught from South America. Looks its best when kept in a group in a well-planted tank with other small fishes. Suitable for a nano tank.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Coburg Aquarium","offers":[{"title":"2-3cm","offer_id":28353502445654,"sku":"T080","price":19.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0147\/1561\/7366\/products\/dwarf-pencilfish-coburg_aquairum-removebg-preview_1.png?v=1674180475"},{"product_id":"pencil-fish","title":"Pencil Fish","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe most commonly available Pencilfish, looks its best when kept in a group in a well-planted tank with other small fishes. 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They should be picked up gently by their bodies, and carefully placed on the hand. They may release a yellow\/brown liquid if they feel threatened. This is not harmful, but can smell a little and will stain the skin for a few days. Always wash your hands after handling these animals. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/fact-sheets\/giant-black-millipede.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCLICK HERE TO VIEW THE FACT SHEET\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Coburg Aquarium","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":28484593156182,"sku":"1014","price":75.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0147\/1561\/7366\/products\/untitled-1.jpg?v=1560265279"},{"product_id":"leporinus-banded-1","title":"Leporinus - Banded","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe banded leporinus appears like a torpedo-shaped bumblebee. Their vertical black and yellow stripes help individuals blend into the school in wide-open water, confusing their prey. Native to the Amazon River basin in South America, they grow over a foot in length and are keen jumpers given any opportunity.\u003c\/span\u003e Coburg Aquarium's \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/live-fish\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/live-fish\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLive Fish\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/aquariums\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/aquariums\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAquarium Products\u003c\/a\u003e shipped to your door in Australia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFeatures of Banded Leporinus:\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTwo prominent front teeth like arabbit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLight yellow\/golden colour between black bands\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEvery year, one black band will split in two\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTorpedo shaped body\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAverage Lifespan ：5 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Best Aquarium Size for \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBanded Leporinus\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e:\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDue to growing to a larger size of 30cm, w\u003c\/span\u003ee recommend providing a tank size of 250L or larger. \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe bigger tank is better for the health of your fish. They will occupy the mid to lower water column in the aquarium. Be sure to keep your aquarium securely covered as they are great jumpers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAfter an Aquarium for your fish? Browse\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/aquariums\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/aquariums\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAquarium Tank Selection here.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTank Mate Compatibility:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBanded Leporinus are a schooling species and prefer to be in larger schools of their own kind and are known to quarrel amoungst themselves.. They can be kept with other non-aggressive, larger cichlids. Known to be fin nippers, do not keep with long fin, peaceful species. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGreat tank mates for Banded Leporinus:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/live-fish\/cichlids\" title=\"Coburg Aquarium | Cichlids\"\u003eLess-aggressive South American Cichlids\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/products\/black-ghost-knife-3?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=154e4989c\u0026amp;_ss=r\" title=\"Coburg Aquarium | Black Ghost Knifefish\"\u003eGhost Knifefish\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/products\/severum-rotkeil-1?_pos=9\u0026amp;_sid=7c1cabb09\u0026amp;_ss=r\" title=\"Coburg Aquarium | Rotkeil Severum \"\u003eRotkeil Severum\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCoburg Aquarium, specialize in rare \u0026amp; exotic species of\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/live-fish\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/live-fish\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e live fish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFeeding :\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePrimarily herbivores in nature. In the aquarium, offer vegetable based flakes, pellets and wafers. Live edible plants such as ambulia, and elodea can be supplied. They will consume snails \u0026amp; shrimp if given the chance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAt Coburg Aquarium online, we stock a variety high quality fish food for your choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSearch our\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/fish-food\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/fish-food\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHigh Quality Fish Foods\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ecollections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBanded Leporinus\u003c\/span\u003e Tank Setup:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAquarium Filtration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFast-moving waters would be consistent with their natural habitat. A strong\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/filtration\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/filtration\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003efiltration system\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis absolutely necessary. Make sure the filter matches with your tank size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHere are some great ones to consider:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/filtration\/filters+aqua-one\" title=\"Aqua One Fish tank Filter for sale in coburgaquarium.com.au\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/filtration\/filters+aqua-one\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAqua One Internal Filters, Canister Filters, Hang On Filters\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"eheim classic filter for sale in coburgaquarium.com.au\" href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/filtration\/filters+eheim\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/filtration\/filters+eheim\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEheim Classic Canister Filter with Media\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"Fluval fish tank filter for sale in Australia | Coburg Aquarium\" href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/filtration\/filters+fluval\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/filtration\/filters+fluval\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFluval Internal Filter, Hang On Filter, Canister Filter\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"Oase the best aquarium filters | Tank Filters for sale in coburg aquarium\" href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/filtration\/filters+oase\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/filtration\/filters+oase\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOase Internal Filters, Canister Filters\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlants for Banded Leporinus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBanded Leporinus will consume plants in the aquarium, however sturdy plants such as Amazon Sword or Anubias may be spared.\u003c\/span\u003e Interested in Live Plants for your aquariums?\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/live-plants\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/live-plants\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eClick here to see more Fish Live Plant\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDecorations for Banded Leporinus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBanded Leporinus are naturally found in rocky water systems with high flowing water. Build up the aquarium with rock, wood and ornamental structure\u003c\/span\u003e. Ideal ornaments for your \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBanded Leporinus\u003c\/span\u003e tank:\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/fish-decorations\/biorb\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/fish-decorations\/biorb\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ebiOrb Ornaments Collections\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/fish-decorations\/aqua-one?page=1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/fish-decorations\/aqua-one?page=1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAqua One Ornaments Collections\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/fish-decorations\/ornaments+kazoo\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/fish-decorations\/ornaments+kazoo\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKazoo ornaments collections\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/bonsai-driftwood-aquarium\" title=\"Aquarium decorations Online | Bonsai driftwood | fish tank driftwood for sale\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/bonsai-driftwood-aquarium\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBonsai Tree Driftwood Collections\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAfter more quality decorations? Check our\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/fish-decorations\/ornaments\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/fish-decorations\/ornaments\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAquarium Ornaments\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLighting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBanded Leporinus prefer more subdued lighting. Select dimmable LED lighting for ease of adjustment, and run lighting for 8-10 hours per day to reflect natural day light hours.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eView our selection of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/fish-lighting\" title=\"Coburg Aquarium | Aquarium lighting\"\u003eaquarium lighting\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSubstrate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eReplicate a natural riverbed with sand or fine gravel. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/fish-decorations\/substrate-rocks\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/fish-decorations\/substrate-rocks\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA variety of Substrates\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eare available at Coburg Aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Coburg Aquarium","offers":[{"title":"5-7cm","offer_id":30327878680662,"sku":"X470","price":25.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0147\/1561\/7366\/products\/BandedLeporinus.jpg?v=1593742397"},{"product_id":"headstander-marbled-abramites-2","title":"Headstander - Marbled - Abramites","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMarbled Headstander (Abramites)\u003c\/strong\u003e is a unique South American freshwater fish renowned for its distinctive head-down swimming posture and bold marbled patterning. Its elongated body features striking black and gold vertical bands with subtle marbling that provides excellent camouflage among driftwood and plants. Constantly active and full of personality, the Marbled Headstander is an entertaining addition to larger community aquariums. This hardy species thrives in well-maintained aquariums with plenty of swimming space and natural décor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures of Marbled Headstander (Abramites)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Distinctive head-down swimming behaviour\u003cbr\u003e• Attractive marbled gold, cream, and black patterning\u003cbr\u003e• Active and constantly exploring its surroundings\u003cbr\u003e• Hardy South American freshwater species\u003cbr\u003e• Grows to approximately 14–18 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Best Aquarium Size for Marbled Headstander (Abramites)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA minimum aquarium size of \u003cstrong\u003e200 litres\u003c\/strong\u003e is recommended due to their active nature and adult size. A spacious aquarium with open swimming areas, driftwood, rocks, and hardy plants provides the ideal environment. They can be kept singly or in small groups where sufficient space is available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTank Mate Compatibility for Marbled Headstander (Abramites)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Silver Dollar\u003cbr\u003e• Severum\u003cbr\u003e• Geophagus\u003cbr\u003e• Rainbowfish\u003cbr\u003e• Congo Tetra\u003cbr\u003e• Bristlenose Catfish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid slow-moving or delicate fish, as Marbled Headstanders may nip soft-leaved plants and occasionally investigate flowing fins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDiet for Marbled Headstander (Abramites)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Marbled Headstander is an omnivore with a strong preference for vegetable matter. Feed a quality sinking pellet or omnivore wafer as the staple diet, supplemented with spirulina flakes, algae wafers, and fresh vegetables such as zucchini, spinach, cucumber, and shelled peas. Frozen foods including bloodworms, brine shrimp, and daphnia can be offered several times per week to provide additional protein. Feed 1–2 times daily in moderate portions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAquarium Setup for Marbled Headstander (Abramites)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAquarium Filtration\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStrong biological and mechanical filtration is recommended to maintain excellent water quality. A quality canister filter with moderate water movement is ideal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAquarium Plants\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse hardy plants such as Anubias, Java Fern, and Bolbitis attached to driftwood or rocks, as softer plants may be grazed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAquarium Lighting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eModerate lighting creates a natural environment while highlighting the fish's striking marbled pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAquarium Heating\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain a stable water temperature between \u003cstrong\u003e24–28°C\u003c\/strong\u003e using a reliable aquarium heater.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAquarium Substrate\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFine gravel or sand substrate closely replicates their natural habitat and allows comfortable foraging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAquarium Decorations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDecorate with driftwood, smooth rocks, and sturdy plants while maintaining generous open swimming areas. Plenty of natural grazing surfaces encourages normal feeding behaviour and helps these active fish feel secure.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Coburg Aquarium","offers":[{"title":"3-4cm","offer_id":39958923804758,"sku":"X410","price":14.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"4-5cm","offer_id":39958923837526,"sku":"X410X","price":25.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0147\/1561\/7366\/products\/marbled-headstander_1_05b7b966-dcdc-4b48-83f5-db46443e4c99.jpg?v=1659506984"},{"product_id":"leporinus-spotted","title":"Leporinus - Spotted","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe spotted leporinus is a torpedo-shaped black spotted yellow fish. Their black spots yellow bodies help individuals blend into the school in wide-open water, confusing their prey. Native to the Amazon River basin in South America, they grow over a foot in length and are keen jumpers given any opportunity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eCoburg Aquarium's \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/live-fish\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/live-fish\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLive Fish\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/aquariums\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/aquariums\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAquarium Products\u003c\/a\u003e shipped to your door in Australia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFeatures of Spotted Leporinus:\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTwo prominent front teeth like a rabbit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLight yellow\/golden colour between black spots\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSemi-aggressive\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTorpedo shaped body growing up to 30cm\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAverage Lifespan ：5 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Best Aquarium Size for Spotted\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e Leporinus\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e:\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDue to growing to a larger size of 30cm, w\u003c\/span\u003ee recommend providing a tank size of 250L or larger. \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe bigger tank is better for the health of your fish. They will occupy the mid to lower water column in the aquarium. Be sure to keep your aquarium securely covered as they are great jumpers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAfter an Aquarium for your fish? Browse\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/aquariums\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/aquariums\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAquarium Tank Selection here.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTank Mate Compatibility:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSpotted Leporinus are a schooling species and prefer to be in larger schools of their own kind and are known to quarrel amoungst themselves.. They can be kept with other non-aggressive, larger cichlids. Known to be fin nippers, do not keep with long fin, peaceful species. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGreat tank mates for Spotted Leporinus:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/live-fish\/cichlids\" title=\"Coburg Aquarium | Cichlids\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/live-fish\/cichlids\"\u003eLess-aggressive South American Cichlids\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/products\/black-ghost-knife-3?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=154e4989c\u0026amp;_ss=r\" title=\"Coburg Aquarium | Black Ghost Knifefish\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/products\/black-ghost-knife-3?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=154e4989c\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003eGhost Knifefish\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/products\/severum-rotkeil-1?_pos=9\u0026amp;_sid=7c1cabb09\u0026amp;_ss=r\" title=\"Coburg Aquarium | Rotkeil Severum\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/products\/severum-rotkeil-1?_pos=9\u0026amp;_sid=7c1cabb09\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003eRotkeil Severum\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCoburg Aquarium, specialize in rare \u0026amp; exotic species of\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/live-fish\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/live-fish\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e live fish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFeeding :\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePrimarily herbivores in nature. In the aquarium, offer vegetable based flakes, pellets and wafers. Live edible plants such as ambulia, and elodea can be supplied. They will consume snails \u0026amp; shrimp if given the chance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAt Coburg Aquarium online, we stock a variety high quality fish food for your choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSearch our\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/fish-food\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/fish-food\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHigh Quality Fish Foods\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ecollections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSpotted Leporinus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eTank Setup:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAquarium Filtration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFast-moving waters would be consistent with their natural habitat. A strong\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/filtration\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/filtration\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003efiltration system\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis absolutely necessary. Make sure the filter matches with your tank size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHere are some great ones to consider:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/filtration\/filters+aqua-one\" title=\"Aqua One Fish tank Filter for sale in coburgaquarium.com.au\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/filtration\/filters+aqua-one\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAqua One Internal Filters, Canister Filters, Hang On Filters\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"eheim classic filter for sale in coburgaquarium.com.au\" href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/filtration\/filters+eheim\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/filtration\/filters+eheim\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEheim Classic Canister Filter with Media\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"Fluval fish tank filter for sale in Australia | Coburg Aquarium\" href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/filtration\/filters+fluval\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/filtration\/filters+fluval\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFluval Internal Filter, Hang On Filter, Canister Filter\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"Oase the best aquarium filters | Tank Filters for sale in coburg aquarium\" href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/filtration\/filters+oase\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/filtration\/filters+oase\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOase Internal Filters, Canister Filters\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlants for Spotted Leporinus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSpotted Leporinus will consume plants in the aquarium, however sturdy plants such as Amazon Sword or Anubias may be spared.\u003c\/span\u003e Interested in Live Plants for your aquariums?\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/live-plants\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/live-plants\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eClick here to see more Fish Live Plant\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDecorations for Spotted Leporinus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSpotted Leporinus are naturally found in rocky water systems with high flowing water. Build up the aquarium with rock, wood and ornamental structure\u003c\/span\u003e. Ideal ornaments for your\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e Spotted\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e Leporinus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003etank:\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/fish-decorations\/biorb\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/fish-decorations\/biorb\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ebiOrb Ornaments Collections\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/fish-decorations\/aqua-one?page=1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/fish-decorations\/aqua-one?page=1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAqua One Ornaments Collections\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/fish-decorations\/ornaments+kazoo\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/fish-decorations\/ornaments+kazoo\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKazoo ornaments collections\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/bonsai-driftwood-aquarium\" title=\"Aquarium decorations Online | Bonsai driftwood | fish tank driftwood for sale\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/bonsai-driftwood-aquarium\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBonsai Tree Driftwood Collections\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAfter more quality decorations? Check our\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/fish-decorations\/ornaments\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/fish-decorations\/ornaments\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAquarium Ornaments\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLighting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSpotted Leporinus prefer more subdued lighting. Select dimmable LED lighting for ease of adjustment, and run lighting for 8-10 hours per day to reflect natural day light hours.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eView our selection of\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/fish-lighting\" title=\"Coburg Aquarium | Aquarium lighting\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/fish-lighting\"\u003eaquarium lighting\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSubstrate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eReplicate a natural riverbed with sand or fine gravel. \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/fish-decorations\/substrate-rocks\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/fish-decorations\/substrate-rocks\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA variety of Substrates\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eare available at Coburg Aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Coburg Aquarium","offers":[{"title":"5-10cm","offer_id":44659041239348,"sku":"X467","price":59.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0147\/1561\/7366\/files\/LeporinusSpottedCoburgAquarium.png?v=1688096334"},{"product_id":"hatchetfish-silver-1","title":"Hatchetfish - Silver","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Silver Hatchet fish is an uncommon species native to South America. They are a peaceful species also known as the Spotted Silver Hatchet fish. They dwell at the top of the aquarium and have an unusual deep body, primarily silver with dark markings and spots. The Spotted Silver Hatchet fish is a keen jumper, so ensure your aquarium is well covered.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeatures of Silver Hatchet Fish:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeep silver body with dark brown, olive \u0026amp; black markings and spots\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFemales are much the same as males\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA shy shoaling species that prefer groups of 6 or more\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrows up to 9cm in the aquarium\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeen jumpers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eTank Mate Compatibility:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeaceful, \u0026amp; a shy species that prefers to occupy the top water column of the aquarium. A suitable community fish for other peaceful small species. Avoid keeping with large aggressive species.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Coburg Aquarium | Hatchet Fish\" href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/products\/hatchetfish-marble?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=b1d65a554\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMarbled Hatchet Fish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Coburg Aquarium | Corydoras Catfish | Shop Live Fish Online\" href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/products\/corydoras-assorted-2?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=2fafbca9b\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCorydoras Catfish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Coburg Aquarium | Neon Tetra | Shop Live Aquarium Fish Online\" href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/products\/neon-tetra?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=cf7c44263\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeon Tetra\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Coburg Aquarium | Cardinal Tetra | Shop Live Aquarium Fish Online\" href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/products\/cardinal-tetra?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=aa822b977\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCardinal Tetra\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoburg Aquarium, specialize in rare \u0026amp; exotic species of\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/live-fish\"\u003e live fish\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eThe Best Aquarium Size \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eSilver Hatchet Fish\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e:\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHatchet Fish are not an overly active species. They will do well in a smaller aquarium. We recommend 75 Litres or more, depending on the size of your shoal. In the wild, they congregate in large schools and are an impressive sight in the aquarium.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/aquariums\/yi-ding\"\u003eYiding Tanks\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/aquariums\/aqua-one\"\u003eAqua One Tanks\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/aquariums\/fluval\"\u003eFluval Aquariums\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/aquariums\/oceanson\"\u003eOceason Aquariums\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter an Aquarium for your fish? Browse \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/aquariums\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAquarium Tank Selection here.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p7\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHatchet fish are carnivores and do not naturally consume vegetable matter. Feed a variety of high protein flakes, granules, and floating pellets,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/products\/live-blackworm-per-serve\"\u003elive blackworms\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/products\/hikari-frozen-bloodworm-12-pack?_pos=4\u0026amp;_sid=b98d0b558\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003efrozen bloodworms\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca title=\"Coburg Aquarium | Pro Balance Tubifex Worms | Aquarium Food Online\" href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/products\/pro-balance-freeze-dried-tubifex-worms-1?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=307b2b02f\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003etubifex worms\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca title=\"Coburg Aquarium | Brine Shrimp | Fish Food Online\" href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/products\/instant-baby-brine-shrimp-20g?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=bbf5acf4f\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003ebrine shrimp\u003c\/a\u003e for the healthiest of Hatchet Fish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p7\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCheck out our\u003c\/span\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/fish-food\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh Quality Fish Foods\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eTank Setup:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p13\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #808080;\"\u003eAquarium Filtration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eA good\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca\u003efiltration system\u003c\/a\u003e is necessary for fish to thrive. Hatchet Fish enjoy clean and stable water parameters. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSlow currents suit them best and aquariums high in oxygen.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eView our extensive range of \u003ca title=\"Coburg Aquarium | Aquarium filters\" href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/filtration\"\u003eaquarium filtration units. \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #808080;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #808080;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHatchet Fish prefer temperatures between  24 - 27° C. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Thermometer is recommended to monitor the water temperature.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p22\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #808080;\"\u003eLighting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #808080;\"\u003eHatchet Fish naturally are found in river systems with dark waters that consist heavily of wood, and plants. They prefer a dimly lit aquarium and will be more active in darker water. Replicate their natural environment with dimmable LED lighting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #808080;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeed An Aquarium Light for your tank? Browse our\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #808080;\"\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/fish-lighting\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eFish Tank Aquarium Lighting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p22\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #808080;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #808080;\"\u003eSubstrate\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p6\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHatchet Fish are not picky about substrate, as they dwell in the top level of the water column. Consider using a darker substrate to minimize light reflection as this species prefers lower levels of lighting in the aquarium.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p6\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/fish-decorations\/substrate-rocks\"\u003eA variety of Substrates\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e are available at Coburg Aquarium. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p6\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p22\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #808080;\"\u003eDecorations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eNaturally Hatchet Fish occupy river systems filled with driftwood, leaf litter, vegetation and a heavy canopy cover. Driftwood provides much needed tanins and shelter for this shy species, while vegetation replicates their natural environment.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eView our large range of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coburgaquarium.com.au\/collections\/fish-decorations\"\u003eaquarium decorations here.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Coburg Aquarium","offers":[{"title":"2-4cm","offer_id":48950182183220,"sku":"T056","price":29.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0147\/1561\/7366\/files\/SilverHatchetfish_1.jpg?v=1765370572"},{"product_id":"long-tom","title":"Long Tom","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLong Tom\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor Australian native fish enthusiasts and collectors of rare aquarium species, the \u003cstrong\u003eLong Tom\u003c\/strong\u003e is a truly exceptional addition. Rarely available in the aquarium trade, this unique fish is considered one of Australia's most sought-after native species.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLong Tom\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a fascinating freshwater to brackish water predator recognised for its incredibly long, slender body and distinctive needle-like jaws. Fast, graceful, and always alert, this unique species makes an impressive display fish for larger aquariums. Long Toms are surface-dwelling hunters that prefer open swimming space and thrive in well-maintained aquariums with secure lids, as they are excellent jumpers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTheir streamlined appearance and active nature make them a favourite among experienced fishkeepers looking for an unusual centrepiece species.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeatures of the Long Tom\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLong, streamlined body with an elongated beak-like mouth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSurface-dwelling predator with graceful swimming behaviour\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSilver to olive-green colouration with an iridescent sheen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eActive and intelligent fish that enjoys open swimming space\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBest suited to larger aquariums\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent display fish for experienced aquarists\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended Aquarium Size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA minimum aquarium size of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e300 litres\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is recommended for juvenile Long Toms, with larger aquariums preferred as they mature. Their active swimming behaviour means they require plenty of open water and a long aquarium footprint.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA tight-fitting lid is essential, as Long Toms are powerful jumpers and can easily leap from uncovered tanks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTank Mate Compatibility\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLong Toms are generally peaceful towards fish too large to be eaten but will consume smaller fish that fit into their mouths. They are best kept with similarly sized, peaceful species.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable tank mates include:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSilver Dollars\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLarger Rainbowfish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeverums\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGeophagus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLarger Gouramis\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeaceful Catfish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDatnoids\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLarger Loaches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid keeping them with small community fish such as Neon Tetras, Guppies, or other species that may be viewed as prey.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeeding\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLong Toms are carnivorous predators that naturally feed on insects, small fish, and aquatic invertebrates.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA varied diet should include:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrozen prawns\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhitebait\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBloodworms\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlackworms\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLive insects (where appropriate)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh-quality carnivore pellets (for trained specimens)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMany captive Long Toms can be successfully trained to accept frozen foods and prepared diets, reducing the need for live feeders.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAquarium Setup\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFiltration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLong Toms appreciate clean, well-oxygenated water with moderate water movement. A high-quality filtration system is recommended to maintain stable water quality, especially as they grow.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlants\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLive plants can be used around the edges of the aquarium to provide shelter while leaving plenty of open swimming space near the surface. Floating plants can also help reduce stress by diffusing bright lighting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDecorations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse driftwood, rocks, and larger decorations to create natural hiding areas while ensuring there is ample unobstructed swimming room. Avoid overcrowding the aquarium with ornaments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLighting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModerate lighting is ideal. Long Toms are often more confident in aquariums with subdued lighting or floating plants that provide shaded areas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSubstrate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSand or fine gravel is recommended. 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