
Parosphromenus filamentosus
Parosphromenus filamentosus
A conspicuously extended caudal filament; the inner parts of the unpaired fins are reddish brown, with whitish-blue edges.
- Adult length
- Up to 4 cm
- Water temperature
- 21–28 °C
- pH
- 6.5–7.2
- Natural habitat
- Native to waters around Banjarmasin, Borneo.
Needs very soft, acidic water.
Social behaviour and territory
Does not form tight schools. Pairs can be used for breeding; groups need caves and cover. Watch nest guarding and subordinate fish.
Diet and feeding
Offer tiny, suitably sized live foods. Dry food is unreliably accepted; confirm the fish actually eat.
Sources
media.eaza.net ↗ 2026-10-23