Quick tropical aquarium fish statistics and photos for the Archer fish, Toxotes jaculatrix

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archer

Family:	Toxotidae
Species:	Toxotes jaculatrix
Common Name:	Archer fish
Size:	Up to 12 inches (30cm) usually smaller.
Min Tank Size:	55 gallon minimum, leaving space at the top.
Habitat:	Asia and Oceania: Widespread from the gulf of Aden along the coast of India and Southeast Asia, down to Australia.
Diet:	Carnivore, Live foods, may accept flake or freeze dried. Must float on the surface.
Behavior:	Peaceful, If kept in a large school.
Water:	Lives in Fresh, Brackish and Salt water. Temperature range 77 to 88ºF (25-31°C), Ph 7.0 to 8.0, dH range: 18+
Care:	Medium.
Communities:	Best in a species tank.
Suitability:	Good for the more advanced.