Estuarine Halfbeak
NameEstuarine Halfbeak
Scientific NameZenarchopterus dispar
Common NamesEstuarine Halfbeak, River Halfbeak, Freshwater Halfbeak
FamilyZenarchopteridae
OriginSoutheast Asia, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)20
Max Size (Inches)5
Water TypeBrackish
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range7.0-8.0
Compatible SpeciesMollies, Archerfish, Bumblebee Gobies, Knight Gobies, Larger Rasboras, Larger Tetras
Description
The Estuarine Halfbeak is a unique surface-dwelling fish characterized by its elongated lower jaw. They are active and social, preferring to be kept in groups, and thrive in brackish water environments. While often sold as freshwater, they do best with some salinity.
