Australian Natives

Archerfish (Toxotes jaculatrix) Tank Size: A tank of at least 75.7 liters (20 gallons) is suitable for a small group of Archerfish, but larger tanks are preferable for a more natural swimming space. Temperature: Maintain water temperature between 25-30°C (77-86°F). Diet: Archerfish are carnivorous and primarily feed on insects and small prey that they shoot down with water jets. In captivity, they…

Australian Bass (Macquaria novemaculeata) Tank Size: A tank of at least 378.5 liters (100 gallons) is recommended for a single Australian Bass. They require ample swimming space due to their active nature. Temperature: Maintain water temperature between 18-25°C (64-77°F). Diet: Australian Bass are carnivorous and feed on a variety of live prey, including fish, crustaceans, and insects. In captivit…

Barcoo Grunter (Scortum barcoo) Tank Size: A tank of at least 113.6 liters (30 gallons) is suitable for a small group of Barcoo Grunters. Temperature: Maintain water temperature between 22-28°C (72-82°F). Diet: Barcoo Grunters are omnivorous and will accept a variety of foods, including live, frozen, and prepared foods. Offer them a diet consisting of high-quality pellets, flakes, frozen foods, an…

Barramundi (Lates calcarifer) Tank Size: Barramundi require a large tank due to their size and swimming habits. A tank of at least 378.5 liters (100 gallons) is recommended for a single adult. Temperature: Maintain water temperature between 24-30°C (75-86°F). Diet: Barramundi are carnivorous and feed on a variety of live prey, including fish, crustaceans, and insects. In captivity, they can be fed…

Golden Perch (Macquaria ambigua) Tank Size: A tank of at least 189.3 liters (50 gallons) is recommended for a single adult Golden Perch. Temperature: Maintain water temperature between 18-25°C (64-77°F). Diet: Golden Perch are opportunistic feeders and will consume a variety of live prey, including insects, crustaceans, and small fish. In captivity, they can be fed a diet of high-quality pellets,…

Mangrove Jack (Lutjanus argentimaculatus) Tank Size: Mangrove Jack require a large tank due to their size and swimming habits. A tank of at least 378.5 liters (100 gallons) is recommended for a single adult. Temperature: Maintain water temperature between 24-28°C (75-82°F). Diet: Mangrove Jack are carnivorous and feed on a variety of live prey, including fish, crustaceans, and smaller invertebrate…

Murray Cod (Maccullochella peelii) Tank Size: Murray Cod require a large tank due to their size and swimming habits. A tank of at least 757 liters (200 gallons) is recommended for a single adult. Temperature: Maintain water temperature between 18-25°C (64-77°F). Diet: Murray Cod are opportunistic predators and feed on a variety of live prey, including fish, crustaceans, and insects. In captivity,…

Purple Spotted Gudgeon (Mogurnda adspersa) Tank Size: A tank of at least 75.7 liters (20 gallons) is suitable for a small group of Purple Spotted Gudgeons. Temperature: Maintain water temperature between 22-28°C (72-82°F). Diet: Purple Spotted Gudgeons are omnivorous and will accept a variety of foods, including live, frozen, and prepared foods. Offer them a diet consisting of high-quality pellets…

Silver Perch (Bidyanus bidyanus) Tank Size: Silver Perch require a large tank due to their size and swimming habits. A tank of at least 378.5 liters (100 gallons) is recommended for a small group. Temperature: Maintain water temperature between 18-25°C (64-77°F). Diet: Silver Perch are omnivorous and will accept a variety of foods, including pellets, flakes, live or frozen insects, and small fish.…

Sleepy Cod (Oxyeleotris lineolata) Tank Size: Sleepy Cod require a large tank due to their size and swimming habits. A tank of at least 378.5 liters (100 gallons) is recommended for a single adult. Temperature: Maintain water temperature between 20-25°C (68-77°F). Diet: Sleepy Cod are carnivorous and feed on a variety of live prey, including small fish, crustaceans, and insects. In captivity, they…

Southern Saratoga (Scleropages leichardti) Tank Size: Southern Saratoga require a large tank due to their size and swimming habits. A tank of at least 757 liters (200 gallons) is recommended for a single adult. Temperature: Maintain water temperature between 24-28°C (75-82°F). Diet: Southern Saratoga are carnivorous and feed on a variety of live prey, including fish, insects, and crustaceans. In c…

Spangled Perch (Leiopotherapon unicolor) Tank Size: Spangled Perch can be kept in a tank of at least 75.7 liters (20 gallons) for a small group. Temperature: Maintain water temperature between 20-28°C (68-82°F). Diet: Spangled Perch are omnivorous and will accept a variety of foods, including pellets, flakes, live or frozen insects, and small fish. Offer them a balanced diet consisting of commerci…

Tandanus Catfish (Tandanus tandanus) Tank Size: Tandanus Catfish require a tank of at least 378.5 liters (100 gallons) due to their size and active nature. Temperature: Maintain water temperature between 20-25°C (68-77°F). Diet: Tandanus Catfish are nocturnal scavengers and primarily feed on small fish, insects, crustaceans, and plant matter. In captivity, they can be fed sinking pellets, flakes,…