Freshwater Butterflyfish
Pantodon buchholzi — Ancient surface predator — unchanged for 100 million years. Glides along the surface watching for insects and small fish above the waterline. Will jump — tank must be tightly covered. Fascinating prehistoric appearance.
Care at a glance
| Scientific name | Pantodon buchholzi |
|---|---|
| Type | oddball |
| Adult size | 5" |
| Minimum tank | 30 gal |
| Group size | 2+ |
| Temperament | predatory |
| Temperature | 75-84°F |
| pH | 5.5-7.0 |
| GH | 2-8 |
| Diet | carnivore — surface insects, small fish |
| Swimming zone | top |
| Care level | moderate |
| Plant-safe | Yes |