{"product_id":"ctenopoma-leopard","title":"Ctenopoma Leopard","description":"\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"kyncci\" data-start=\"76\" data-end=\"120\"\u003eLeopard Ctenopoma (Ctenopoma acutirostre)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"122\" data-end=\"401\"\u003eThe Leopard Ctenopoma, also known as the Leopard Bush Fish, is a striking freshwater species known for its bold spotted pattern that resembles a leopard. With its unique appearance, slow movements, and predatory nature, this fish makes a standout centerpiece in larger aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"403\" data-end=\"541\"\u003eIt is hardy and relatively easy to care for, but best suited for aquarists with some experience due to its feeding habits and temperament.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"543\" data-end=\"546\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1e9f84q\" data-start=\"548\" data-end=\"567\"\u003eWater Parameters\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"568\" data-end=\"770\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1hfr0l6\" data-start=\"568\" data-end=\"627\"\u003eTemperature: 72–82°F (22–28°C)\u003cbr data-start=\"600\" data-end=\"603\"\u003eIdeal range: 75–80°F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1pop925\" data-start=\"628\" data-end=\"645\"\u003epH: 6.0 – 7.5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1lnnfrh\" data-start=\"646\" data-end=\"689\"\u003eWater Hardness: Soft to moderately hard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1al0lz5\" data-start=\"690\" data-end=\"723\"\u003eTank Size: Minimum 40 gallons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"jr82ov\" data-start=\"724\" data-end=\"770\"\u003eGroup Size: Best kept singly or with space\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"772\" data-end=\"775\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"km3ghp\" data-start=\"777\" data-end=\"794\"\u003eDiet \u0026amp; Feeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"795\" data-end=\"851\"\u003eLeopard Ctenopomas are carnivorous and ambush predators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"853\" data-end=\"870\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"853\" data-end=\"870\"\u003eStaple Foods:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"871\" data-end=\"911\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1di0y9h\" data-start=\"871\" data-end=\"911\"\u003eHigh-quality pellets (carnivore-based)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"913\" data-end=\"933\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"913\" data-end=\"933\"\u003eProtein \/ Foods:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"934\" data-end=\"1022\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1hnerks\" data-start=\"934\" data-end=\"955\"\u003eFrozen bloodworms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"10smg8d\" data-start=\"956\" data-end=\"979\"\u003eFrozen brine shrimp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1kstr4c\" data-start=\"980\" data-end=\"1022\"\u003eSmall live foods (fish, shrimp, worms)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1024\" data-end=\"1041\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1024\" data-end=\"1041\"\u003eFeeding Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1042\" data-end=\"1152\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"7yhbn0\" data-start=\"1042\" data-end=\"1080\"\u003eFeed once daily or every other day\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1daout4\" data-start=\"1081\" data-end=\"1104\"\u003ePrefers meaty foods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ws44cq\" data-start=\"1105\" data-end=\"1152\"\u003eWill eat smaller fish that fit in its mouth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1154\" data-end=\"1157\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1c9y1td\" data-start=\"1159\" data-end=\"1183\"\u003eBehavior \u0026amp; Tank Mates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1184\" data-end=\"1290\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"wu4nxh\" data-start=\"1184\" data-end=\"1219\"\u003eSemi-aggressive and territorial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"19a3zt3\" data-start=\"1220\" data-end=\"1249\"\u003eSlow-moving but predatory\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"60653u\" data-start=\"1250\" data-end=\"1290\"\u003eBest kept with larger, peaceful fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1292\" data-end=\"1318\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1292\" data-end=\"1318\"\u003eCompatible Tank Mates:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1319\" data-end=\"1391\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"151p5z6\" data-start=\"1319\" data-end=\"1336\"\u003eLarger tetras\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"as5bv5\" data-start=\"1337\" data-end=\"1349\"\u003eGouramis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ie5tua\" data-start=\"1350\" data-end=\"1365\"\u003eRainbowfish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ori3je\" data-start=\"1366\" data-end=\"1391\"\u003eMedium-sized cichlids\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1393\" data-end=\"1403\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1393\" data-end=\"1403\"\u003eAvoid:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1404\" data-end=\"1464\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1207qf4\" data-start=\"1404\" data-end=\"1434\"\u003eSmall fish (will be eaten)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"mgl8bp\" data-start=\"1435\" data-end=\"1464\"\u003eHighly aggressive species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1466\" data-end=\"1469\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"go244y\" data-start=\"1471\" data-end=\"1484\"\u003eTank Setup\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1485\" data-end=\"1663\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"123ox5b\" data-start=\"1485\" data-end=\"1546\"\u003eProvide plenty of hiding spots (plants, driftwood, caves)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"swjwmr\" data-start=\"1547\" data-end=\"1573\"\u003eDim lighting preferred\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"nfdosy\" data-start=\"1574\" data-end=\"1605\"\u003eSlow to moderate water flow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"5x0efg\" data-start=\"1606\" data-end=\"1663\"\u003eHeavily planted or natural-style aquascape works best\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1665\" data-end=\"1668\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"17xbmye\" data-start=\"1670\" data-end=\"1685\"\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1686\" data-end=\"1800\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"836ofo\" data-start=\"1686\" data-end=\"1717\"\u003eUnique leopard-like pattern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"o6lttb\" data-start=\"1718\" data-end=\"1741\"\u003eHardy and adaptable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"172c99k\" data-start=\"1742\" data-end=\"1768\"\u003eGreat centerpiece fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"pbdvia\" data-start=\"1769\" data-end=\"1800\"\u003eInteresting ambush behavior\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Aquaticscapes","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45177152766054,"sku":null,"price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0693\/5055\/5750\/files\/ChatGPTImageMar28_2026_09_06_46PM.png?v=1774753633","url":"https:\/\/aquaticscapesco.com\/products\/ctenopoma-leopard","provider":"Aquaticscapes","version":"1.0","type":"link"}