Scientific Name: Helostoma temminckii

Please note – The image used above is for illustration purposes only; Size, colour and sex may vary. Many of our livestock species are sold as juveniles and have not yet reached their full size and colour potential. If you have any concerns about the size or colour of the livestock you wish to order, please contact our livestock team via our support centre before placing your order. Due to the large quantities of livestock orders daily, the livestock team will are unable to select fish / shrimp to meet specific gender or aesthetic needs.

Approximate purchase size : 3.5 - 5cm
All Pond Solutions will always endeavour to supply as close to the approximate size range as possible. Due to variations from suppliers on rare occasions this may not always be possible. Images used are to show the full potential of the fish when fully mature and are not always representative of juvenile specimens.

How easy are they to care for?
We would class these as a medium level of care.

How large can they grow?
20 - 25 cm

Where in the world are they from?
Originally described as originating from the Islands of Java Indonesia.

What is the ideal number to keep together?
Should be kept in groups only when juvenile, 2 or more can be kept but only in suitably large aquariums.

What water conditions do they require?
Water requirements are quite broad ranging, will accept 24-30 degrees C with a pH range of 6.0 - 8.0.

What should you feed them?
In order to promote best colour a broad range of frozen or live foods should be offered along side a diet of crushed flake or slow sinking pellets.

How compatible are they with other fish?
General peaceful but best kept with larger species such as congo tetra.