Orinoco Freshwater Sole (Achirus cf. novoae)

Description Orinoco Freshwater Sole (Achirus cf. novoae) Origin: Wild Colombia Locale: Rio Orinoco Diet: Predator, feeds on insects, fish, and crustaceans in the wild. Will accept frozen foods but can be finicky at first. Adult Size: 8″ Recommended Tank Size: 40 gallon Compatibility: Generally not aggressive towards tankmates too big to be considered a meal. Should not be kept with overly aggressive fish which may nip at their fins or that may outcompete them for food. Preferred Water Parameters pH:                          6.8  – 7.8 Temp:                     76-82F Ammonia:              0ppm Nitrite:                    0ppm Nitrate:                  <30ppm