Scientific Name:Balantiocheilus melanopterus
Family: Cyprinidae
Origin: Thailand, Borneo, Sumatra
Adult Size: 14 inches (35 cm)
Social: Peaceful, suitable for community tanks
Lifespan: 10+ years
Tank Level: All levels
Minimum Tank Size: 55 gallon
Diet: Omnivore, eats most foods
Breeding: Egglayer - not bred in captivity
Care: Easy to Intermediate
pH: 6.5 - 7.0
Hardness: 5 dGH
Temperature: 72-82 F (22-28 C)