Peruvian Freshwater Sole (Hypoclinemus mentalis)

A rare and oddball species to find, the Peruvian Freshwater Sole (Hypoclinemus mentalis) is native to the Amazon, Orinoco, and Essequibo river basins of South America. This locale is specifically from the Rio Blanco of Peru. The Peruvian Freshwater Sole is also the only member of its genus, adding to its uniqueness. They will spend most of their time burrowed or otherwise camouflaged against the substrate, waiting for prey. Peruvian Freshwater Sole prefer live food and can be finicky while weaning onto frozen food such as bloodworms and mysis shrimp. They can be kept with tankmates, but they should be peaceful and too large to be considered food.

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Description

Peruvian Freshwater Sole (Hypoclinemus mentalis)

Origin: Wild Peru
Locale: Rio Blanco
Diet: Predator, feeds on insects, fish, and crustaceans in the wild. Will accept frozen foods but can be finicky at first.
Adult Size: 8.5″
Recommended Tank Size: 40 gallon+
Compatibility: Generally not aggressive towards tankmates too big to be considered a meal. Should not be kept with overly aggressive fish which may nip at their fins or that may outcompete them for food.

Preferred Water Parameters
pH:                          6.0 – 7.5
Temp:                     76-82F
Ammonia:              0ppm
Nitrite:                  0ppm
Nitrate:                  <30ppm