Marbled Headstander
NameMarbled Headstander
Scientific NameAnostomus anostomus
Common NamesMarbled Headstander, Striped Headstander, Striped Anostomus
FamilyAnostomidae
OriginSouth America, Amazon Basin, Orinoco Basin
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)55
Max Size (Inches)7
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range6.0-7.5
Compatible SpeciesLarger Tetras, Peaceful Cichlids (e.g., Severums, Geophagus), Larger Catfish (e.g., Plecos, Corydoras), Other Anostomids, Dwarf Cichlids (with caution)
Description
The Marbled Headstander is a unique South American fish known for its distinctive head-down swimming posture and striking black and white/yellow striped pattern. While generally peaceful, they can be nippy towards smaller or long-finned tankmates and are best kept in groups to diffuse aggression.
