Flying Foxes are freshwater fish that graze on algae but may show territorial behavior if tank is small.
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Flying Foxes are freshwater fish that graze on algae but may show territorial behavior if tank is small.
Slender, brownish body with a black lateral stripe, yellow fins, and a black dorsal fin tip.
5–7 years
Algae, plant matter, flakes, and occasional protein foods.
A useful algae eater for larger community tanks, but caution is needed due to semi-aggressive tendencies.
Moderate – needs space and monitoring for aggression.
30 gallons
6.5–7.5
5–15 dGH
72–79°F
4–6 inches
Peaceful to semi-aggressive medium fish.
Avoid slow, long-finned, or timid fish.
Epalzeorhynchos kalopterus
Cyprinidae
Southeast Asia – rivers and streams
Active and fast; may become territorial with age.
Feed algae, blanched vegetables, and occasional protein-based foods.
pH: 6.5–7.5, Temperature: 72–79°F, Hardness: 5–15 dGH
Stress from overcrowding; sensitive to poor water quality.
Semi-aggressive, especially in smaller tanks; best in larger aquariums with hiding spots.
Native to Southeast Asia, Flying Foxes help control algae in medium to large aquariums. They are active, schooling fish when young but may become territorial with age.