Red Banded Leporinus

Synaptolaemus latofasciatus

Red Banded Leporinus is a peaceful bottom-to-middle swimmer.

PeacefulBottom to middle swimmerIntermediate – Advanced

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Quick facts

Adult size: ≤ 4.3" (≤ 11 cm)
Aquarium size: 64 US gal (243 L) or larger / ≥ 47.2" (≥ 120 cm) minimum length
Care level: Intermediate – Advanced
Temperament: Peaceful
Swimming zone: Bottom to middle swimmer
Temperature: 68–82°F (20–28°C)
pH: 5–7.5
GH: 2–12 dGH
Diet: Omnivore
Lifespan: up to 10 years

Care requirements

Care level: Intermediate – Advanced.

Lifespan: up to 10 years.

Aquarium size and space needs

Minimum aquarium size: 64 US gal (243 L) or larger / ≥ 47.2" (≥ 120 cm) minimum length. Plan the layout and stocking within that limit.

Water parameters

Suitable water: temperature 20–28 °C, pH 5–7.5, GH 2–12 dGH.

Temperament and compatibility

Red Banded Leporinus is peaceful and suits calm community fish.

Swimming zone and behavior

This fish uses the lower to middle part of the aquarium, so leave enough open substrate area for movement and feeding.

Feeding

Offer varied grazing foods and suitable plant-based components on a well-established bottom habitat; avoid exclusively high-protein diets.

How to feed aquarium fish — General freshwater community guidance

Before adding this fish

Plan for an aquarium of 64 US gal (243 L) or larger / ≥ 47.2" (≥ 120 cm) minimum length.
Avoid aggressive or highly competitive fish.
Offer a varied diet suited to this species’ documented feeding habits.

Natural habitat and origin

Origin: Venezuela, Brazil.

Similar fish profiles

Use these profiles to compare fish with similar care level, size, temperature range, or swimming behavior.

Blue Neon Cichlid Paracyprichromis nigripinnis Similar care level Same temperament Same swimming zone Intermediate ≤ 4.3" (≤ 11 cm) 75–81°F (24–27°C) Barred Rainbowfish Chilatherina fasciata Similar care level Same temperament Same swimming zone Beginner – Intermediate ≤ 4.3" (≤ 11 cm) 82–90°F (28–32°C) Apollo’s Leporinus Leporinus apollo Same family Similar care level Same temperament Intermediate – Advanced ≤ 5.3" (≤ 13.4 cm) 68–81°F (20–27°C) Black Banded Leporinus Leporinus fasciatus Same family Similar care level Same temperament Intermediate ≤ 10.6" (≤ 27 cm) 68–82°F (20–28°C) Blue Eyed Congo Tetra Phenacogrammus aurantiacus Similar care level Same temperament Same swimming zone Beginner – Intermediate ≤ 3.9" (≤ 10 cm) 72–79°F (22–26°C) Blueberry Tetra Hyphessobrycon wadai Similar care level Same temperament Same swimming zone Beginner – Intermediate ≤ 1.6" (≤ 4 cm) 75–81°F (24–27°C)

FAQ

How large does Red Banded Leporinus get?

Red Banded Leporinus reaches ≤ 4.3" (≤ 11 cm).

What aquarium size does Red Banded Leporinus need?

Use an aquarium of at least 64 US gal (243 L) or larger / ≥ 47.2" (≥ 120 cm) minimum length.

Is Red Banded Leporinus peaceful?

Yes. Red Banded Leporinus is recorded as peaceful and is best planned with calm community fish that do not harass it or dominate the feeding area.

What temperature is suitable for Red Banded Leporinus?

Keep it between 20 to 28 °C.