Flying Fox

Scientific Name

Grows to:

Temp Range

Number to Buy

Hardiness:

Epalzeorhynchus kallopterus

5.5"

 75-80

1 or more

A

General:  An active bottom dweller that will occasionally hide among rocks and plants. Omnivorous with emphasis toward plant matter; it makes a good aquarium algae eater.

Compatibility:  Compatible with fish of similar size. Not aggressive to smaller fish. Mixes in a wide range of tanks.  Some fish that go well with flying foxes: Community #6, Community #7

Feeding:  Standard foods once or twice a day. They enjoy eating algae.

Longevity:  3-4 years.


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