Ternetz's Headstander (Anostomus ternetzi)
Fish in the family Anostomidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.
Quick facts
Scientific nameAnostomus ternetzi
FamilyAnostomidae
Also known asLesser Headstander, Ternetz Anostomus
Care levelModerate
Reef safetyFreshwater
TemperamentSemi Aggressive
Dietomnivore
Adult size6.5 in
Minimum tank size55 gallons
Water parametersTemp 74-82°F, pH 5.5-7.5, GH 3-15 dGH
Appearance
Slim cylindrical body with thinner gold-and-black stripes than the striped headstander; swims head-down.
Difficulty and care for the Ternetz's Headstander
Moderate
Origin and habitat
South America (Amazon, Orinoco, and Guianas)
Keeper notes
Territorial among its own kind like other Anostomus; keep singly or in fives-plus, never in pairs.
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