Archerfish
Toxotes jaculatrix
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Last updated: November 17, 2025
Overview
Known for shooting water jets to capture insects.
Origin: Southeast Asia
Family: Toxotidae
Physical Characteristics
Maximum Size: 20.00 cm
Temperament: Semi Aggressive
Care Level: Moderate
Diet Type: Carnivore
Habitat Requirements
Water Type: Brackish
Temperature Range: 24.0°C - 28.0°C
pH Range: 7.5 - 8.5
Water Hardness: 8 - 15 dGH
Minimum Tank Size: 200 liters
Care and Feeding
Diet Information:
Eats insects and small fish.
Care Level:
Moderate
Breeding
Breeding Difficulty: Difficult
Egg layers.
Compatibility
Semi Aggressive
Shooter fish, needs feeding live insects.