Red Lined Halfbeak
Hemirhamphodon phaiosoma
Red Lined Halfbeak is a peaceful top swimmer.
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Quick facts
- Adult size
- ≤ 2.4" (≤ 6 cm)
- Care level
- Advanced
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Swimming zone
- Top swimmer
- Temperature
- 75–81°F (24–27°C)
- pH
- 6–8
- GH
- 5–12 dGH
- Diet
- Omnivore
- Lifespan
- up to 5 years
Care requirements
Care level: Advanced.
Lifespan: up to 5 years.
Water parameters
Suitable water: temperature 24–27 °C, pH 6–8, GH 5–12 dGH.
Temperament and compatibility
Red Lined Halfbeak is peaceful and suits calm community fish.
Swimming zone and behavior
This fish uses the upper part of the aquarium, so leave enough surface space for movement and feeding.
Feeding
Acclimate in very soft, acidic water. The primary account does not supply numerical preferred pH/GH endpoints.
How to feed aquarium fish — General freshwater community guidance
Before adding this fish
- Avoid aggressive or highly competitive fish.
- Offer a varied diet suited to this species’ documented feeding habits.
Natural habitat and origin
Origin: Indonesia.
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FAQ
How large does Red Lined Halfbeak get?
Red Lined Halfbeak reaches ≤ 2.4" (≤ 6 cm).
Is Red Lined Halfbeak peaceful?
Yes. Red Lined Halfbeak 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 Lined Halfbeak?
Keep it between 24 to 27 °C.
