Tank setup
Size the aquarium to Smallscale Archerfish's adult size and activity level. Match décor to natural behaviour — plants, rockwork, or open swimming room as needed.
Where to buy
Compare prices from SA aquarium shops listing Smallscale Archerfish.
No active shop listings right now
Set a free stock alert and we'll notify you the moment this species arrives at a local shop.
Community Marketplace
Fellow hobbyists may also be selling Smallscale Archerfish.
Want Smallscale Archerfish?
Tell shops you're looking — be the first to signal demand.
Overview
What to know before you buy.
Slightly smaller than its banded cousin, the Smallscale Archerfish shares the remarkable spitting ability to hunt land-based insects. Often sold as a freshwater fish, it thrives in low-end brackish conditions and should be kept in groups to reduce nervousness. A varied diet including vegetable matter is essential for their long-term health.
Key traits
peaceful
schooling
community
medium
moderate
insectivore
Compatibility
Select a tank to see how this species fits.
Care guide
Everything you need to keep Smallscale Archerfish healthy in a South African setup.
Water parameters
Keep pH 6.5–7.5 and 23–28°C. Stable parameters matter more than chasing perfect numbers — acclimate new arrivals slowly.
Feeding
Smallscale Archerfish is an omnivore. Feed a varied diet appropriate for brackish fish — quality flakes, pellets, or frozen foods sized to the mouth.
Behaviour
Smallscale Archerfish is generally peaceful. Keep in a group where possible for natural behaviour.
Tankmates
Pair with similarly sized peaceful tankmates in brackish fish. Avoid fin-nippers or species that outgrow this fish.
Breeding
Breeding notes for Smallscale Archerfish vary by line and water chemistry — ask your local shop about proven pairs in SA.
Keeping brackish fish?
Shifting salinity stresses fish slowly — condition, measure, and change water gradually.
Availability confirmed with the distributor before dispatch · free delivery over r750
Community photos
From hobbyists across SA.
Photo by FishHubAdmin