Emerald Brochis - Brochis splendens | Live Freshwater Fish
Emerald Brochis (Brochis splendens) is a peaceful, emerald-toned bottom-dweller designed for freshwater community tanks. Its gentle, inquisitive nature and shimmering metallic green body bring subtle life to the tank floor. When kept in small groups, they display a captivating, natural schooling behavior that adds a serene rhythm to your aquascape.
Natural habitat
Originating from Colombia, South America, the Emerald Brochis thrives in freshwater environments with a soft substrate and ample hiding spots or plants that mimic its natural riverine habitat.
Adult size
Adult size: not specified.
Temperament
Temperament: peaceful and social. They are best kept in small groups to showcase natural schooling behavior without stress.
Tank size
Tank size: requires a spacious, well-filtered aquarium with a soft substrate and ample hiding spots or plants to mirror its natural habitat.
Diet
Diet: not specified.
Compatibility
Compatibility: suited to peaceful community tanks with similar-sized, non-aggressive fish; avoid aggressive or substantially larger species.
Care level
Care level: not specified.
Water parameters
Water parameters: not specified.
Breeding notes
Breeding notes: not provided.
Store quarantine statement
Quarantine notice: All fish are quarantined and observed for a minimum of 7 days before entering our main system. We still recommend quarantine after purchase to protect your existing tank.
Note: some pictures are of full-grown adults and may not appear that way in juvenile form.
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