Marbled Headstander (Abramites hypselonotus)
Fish in the family Anostomidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.
Quick facts
Scientific nameAbramites hypselonotus
FamilyAnostomidae
Also known asHigh-Backed Headstander, Marbled Leporinus
Care levelModerate
Reef safetyFreshwater
TemperamentSemi Aggressive
Dietomnivore
Adult size5.5 in
Minimum tank size55 gallons
Water parametersTemp 74-82°F, pH 6.0-7.5, GH 4-18 dGH
Appearance
Deep-bodied, high-backed fish with marbled brown-and-cream banding; swims in a head-down posture.
Difficulty and care for the Marbled Headstander
Moderate
Origin and habitat
South America (Amazon and Orinoco basins)
Keeper notes
Territorial toward its own kind; usually kept singly. Eats soft plants and may nip tankmates.
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