Whitespot Eartheater
Satanoperca leucosticta
Whitespot Eartheater is a middle swimmer. Keep in a loose group of 5+.
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Quick facts
- Adult size
- ≤ 5.9" (≤ 15 cm)
- Aquarium size
- 171 US gal (648 L) or larger / ≥ 70.9" (≥ 180 cm) minimum length
- Care level
- Intermediate – Advanced
- Temperament
- Semi-Aggressive
- Swimming zone
- Middle swimmer
- Temperature
- 68–82°F (20–28°C)
- pH
- 5.5–7.5
- GH
- 2–12 dGH
- Diet
- Omnivore
- Lifespan
- up to 10 years
- Group behavior
- Keep in a loose group of 5+
Care requirements
Care level: Intermediate – Advanced.
Lifespan: up to 10 years.
Aquarium size and space needs
Minimum aquarium size: 171 US gal (648 L) or larger / ≥ 70.9" (≥ 180 cm) minimum length. Plan the layout and stocking within that limit.
Water parameters
Suitable water: temperature 20–28 °C, pH 5.5–7.5, GH 2–12 dGH.
Temperament and compatibility
Whitespot Eartheater needs careful companion choice because it can be territorial or semi-aggressive.
Swimming zone and behavior
This fish uses the middle part of the aquarium, so leave enough open swimming space for movement and feeding.
Feeding
As an omnivore, Whitespot Eartheater should receive a varied diet rather than one repeated food type.
Substrate sift-feeding; provide very fine sand and targeted sinking foods; do not use gravel.
Before adding this fish
- Plan for an aquarium of 171 US gal (648 L) or larger / ≥ 70.9" (≥ 180 cm) minimum length.
- Make room for its social group.
- Choose other fish carefully around this temperament.
- Keep in a loose group of 5+.
- Offer a varied diet suited to this species’ documented feeding habits.
Natural habitat and origin
Origin: Venezuela, Guyana, Brazil, Suriname.
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FAQ
How large does Whitespot Eartheater get?
Whitespot Eartheater reaches ≤ 5.9" (≤ 15 cm).
What aquarium size does Whitespot Eartheater need?
Use an aquarium of at least 171 US gal (648 L) or larger / ≥ 70.9" (≥ 180 cm) minimum length.
Is Whitespot Eartheater peaceful?
Whitespot Eartheater needs more careful companion choice because the temperament data points toward boundaries, space, or similar-sized fish.
What temperature is suitable for Whitespot Eartheater?
Keep it between 20 to 28 °C.
Should Whitespot Eartheater be kept alone or in a group?
Whitespot Eartheater: Keep in a loose group of 5+.
