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Banded Archerfish - (Toxotes jaculatrix)

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Banded Archerfish - (Toxotes jaculatrix)
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🐟 Banded Archerfish – (Toxotes jaculatrix)

The Banded Archerfish is a remarkable freshwater fish famous for its unique hunting skill of shooting jets of water to knock insects off overhanging vegetation. Its distinctive silver body adorned with several bold black bands makes it a captivating addition to aquariums. Native to brackish and freshwater habitats of Southeast Asia, it thrives in well-maintained tanks that mimic its natural environment.


🌊 Habitat & Care

🏠 Tank Size: Minimum 75 gallons
🌊 Prefers brackish to freshwater conditions with gentle water flow
đŸȘ” Provide plants and floating vegetation to encourage natural hunting behavior


đŸœïž Diet

đŸ€ Carnivorous — feeds on insects, small crustaceans, and prepared diets
🐟 May accept live or frozen foods mimicking natural prey


⚖ Temperament

🐠 Generally peaceful but can be skittish
đŸš« Best kept with similarly sized, non-aggressive fish


🧠 Behavior & Special Considerations

đŸŒĄïž Temperature: 75–82°F (24–28°C)
💧 pH: 7.0–8.0
📏 Size: Up to 12 inches (30 cm)
⚠ Requires a secure tank cover as they can jump
🌿 Benefits from a well-planted environment with open swimming space


📋 At a Glance

🔖 Scientific Name Toxotes jaculatrix
🐟 Common Name Banded Archerfish
🌎 Origin Southeast Asia
📏 Size Up to 12 inches (30 cm)
đŸŒĄïž Temperature 75–82°F (24–28°C)
💧 pH Range 7.0–8.0
🐟 Temperament Peaceful, skittish
🏠 Tank Size 75+ gallons
đŸœïž Diet Carnivore

💡 The Banded Archerfish is a fascinating and active species ideal for aquarists interested in unique behaviors and willing to provide a secure, spacious habitat mimicking its natural brackish environment.

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