Description
Amazon Leaf Fish (Monocirrhus polyacanthus)
Origin: Wild Peru
Locale: Rio Nanay
Diet: Ambush predator, feeds primarily on small fish and insects
Adult Size: 4.5″+
Recommended Tank Size: 30 gallons+
Compatibility: Peaceful and shy, but will eat any fish they can fit in their mouths.
Preferred Water Parameters
pH: 6.0 – 7.5
Temp: 78-82F
Ammonia: 0ppm
Nitrite: 0ppm
Nitrate: <30ppm