Spotted leporinus (Leporinus maculatus)

Scientific name: Leporinus maculatus M?ller & Troschel, 1844

The Spotted leporinus (Leporinus maculatus) is a freshwater fish of the family Anostomidae. In the aquarium it needs water at 22–26°C (72–79°F). Native range: South America, coastal rivers of the Guianas and S?o Francisco River basin.

Spotted leporinus care at a glance

Temperature: 22–26°C (72–79°F)

Biology

Occurs in creeks with swift water flow, over sandy and rocky bottoms. Preys on invertebrates.

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Species facts

Scientific name: Leporinus maculatus
Family: Anostomidae (Headstanders)
Order: Characiformes (Characins)
Class: Actinopterygii (Ray-finned fishes)
Maximum length: 18.0
Environment: Freshwater;; pH range: 6.0 - 7.2; dH range: ? - 10 benthopelagic
Climate: Tropical
Distribution: South America: coastal rivers of the Guianas and S?o Francisco River basin.
Conservation status (IUCN): Not Evaluated
Threat to humans: Harmless
Uses: Aquarium: commercial
Resilience: High, minimum population doubling time less than 15 months (Preliminary K or Fecundity.)