True Flying Fox
Epalzeorhynchos kalopterus
Community
This Flying Fox comes from Thailand, Sumatra and Borneo. The flying fox is more colourful than the similar Siamese algae eater. It is territorial and aggressive to it's own kind. They do eat algae when young but are less efficient at it when they get older, preferring artificial flake and pellet foods instead.
Current Size – 7cm
Adult Length – 15cm
Temperature Range – 24 – 26°C
pH Range – 6.0 – 7.8
Special Requirements - Make sure you have a tight fitting lid as these fish are known for jumping out!
Tanks Mates and Compatibility – They are suitable for a community tank but can be very territorial. You should only keep one adult in the average community tank
Feeding – They are omnivores and not fussy about the diet that they are fed.
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Please note – Some images used are library photos and will show the colour potential at a fully mature size, as our fish are juveniles they may vary.
We always aim to supply the fish as close to the purchase size as possible. On rare occasions if this is not possible we will contact you.
The fish are selected at random however you are welcome to make a note on the order and the fish manager will do his best for you, requests are dependent on stock at the time of your order.