Needle Fish

Common Name
Needle Fish
Other Common Names
Needle Nose Gar
Scientific Name
Xenentodon canaila
Family
Belonidae
Community
Semi-Aggressive
Class
South American
Temperature
78ºF
Swimming Range
Top
Adult Length
11-13 inches
Feeding Habits
Will only eat live foods such as fish, crickets, flies, small frogs, tadpoles and mealworms.
Compatibility
Mix with the same sized fish as they are predators and will eat anything it can get into their mouths. Likes to school with other members of their own kind.
Habitat
Asia: Moderately decorate with live plants, rocks and driftwood. Plenty of surface space needed for swimming. Covered aquarium a must as they are excellent jumpers.
Breeding
The dorsal fin on the female is not marked while the male's has a black edge.
Additional Comments
Nose area is very sensitive and is easily injured. Handle with care as they will bite!