Banded leporinus

Leporinus fasciatus

Dark vertical bands on yellow; inspect the bands near the adipose fin

An elongated, torpedo-shaped fish with a small rabbitlike mouth and dark bars on yellow to pale silver.

An active larger fish that jumps, browses plants and forms a social hierarchy. Plan adult space before buying juveniles.

Appearance and identification

It differs from L. affinis by two narrow close-set bars near the adipose region instead of one wider bar.

Forms a hierarchy.

Provide a substantial swimming lane and a gap-free lid.

An omnivore needing plant material and suitable animal foods. Do not rely on it for algae control.

It is not a default small-community companion; consider adult size, activity and chasing.

Aquatic plants may be heavily eaten.

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