Pacific Four-eyed Fish
NamePacific Four-eyed Fish
Scientific NameAnableps dowei
Common NamesPacific Foureyes, Pacific Four-eyed Fish
FamilyAnablepidae
OriginCentral America, Pacific Coast
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietomnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)75
Max Size (Inches)12
Water TypeBrackish
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range7.0-8.5
Compatible SpeciesMollies, Archerfish, Other Foureyes species (in very large tanks)
Description
The Pacific Four-eyed Fish is renowned for its unique eyes, split horizontally to allow simultaneous vision above and below the water. These surface-dwelling fish inhabit brackish estuaries and coastal waters along the Pacific coast of Central America. They primarily feed on insects, small crustaceans, and algae found at the water's surface.
