Eight-banded Glassfish
NameEight-banded Glassfish
Scientific NameAmbassis octava
Common NamesEight-banded Glassfish, Eight-banded Perchlet, Eight-banded Basslet
FamilyAmbassidae
OriginWestern Pacific, Australia, Papua New Guinea
Temperamentcommunity
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)20
Max Size (Inches)3.1
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-79
pH Range6.5-7.5
Compatible SpeciesSmall Tetras, Rasboras, Dwarf Cichlids, Corydoras Catfish, Peaceful Gobies, Other peaceful community fish
Description
The Eight-banded Glassfish is a small, semi-transparent freshwater fish native to Australia and Papua New Guinea. It features a silvery body and can display subtle vertical banding. These schooling fish thrive in well-planted aquariums with stable water parameters.
