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: ≤ 4.7" (≤ 12 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: 75–81°F (24–27°C)
pH: 5.5–7.5
GH: 2–15 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 24–27 °C, pH 5.5–7.5, GH 2–15 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

As an omnivore, Red Banded Leporinus should receive a varied diet rather than one repeated food type.

Make sure food reaches the substrate before faster fish take it.

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 suitable for an omnivorous bottom-dwelling fish.

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.

Apollo’s Leporinus Leporinus apollo Same family Similar care level Same temperament Intermediate – Advanced ≤ 5.9" (≤ 15 cm) 68–81°F (20–27°C) Barred Rainbowfish Chilatherina fasciata Similar care level Same temperament Same swimming zone Beginner – Intermediate ≤ 4.7" (≤ 12 cm) 82–90°F (28–32°C) Black Banded Leporinus Leporinus fasciatus Same family Similar care level Same temperament Intermediate ≤ 11.8" (≤ 30 cm) 72–81°F (22–27°C) Black Chin Tetra Piabucus melanostoma Similar care level Same temperament Same swimming zone Beginner – Intermediate ≤ 4.7" (≤ 12 cm) 72–81°F (22–27°C) African Glass Catfish Pareutropius debauwi Similar care level Same temperament Bottom dweller Intermediate – Advanced ≤ 3.9" (≤ 10 cm) 72–81°F (22–27°C) Ajamaru Rainbowfish Melanotaenia ajamaruensis Similar care level Same temperament Same swimming zone Beginner – Intermediate ≤ 3.9" (≤ 10 cm) 81–86°F (27–30°C)

FAQ

How large does Red Banded Leporinus get?

Red Banded Leporinus reaches ≤ 4.7" (≤ 12 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 24 to 27 °C.