Family: Hemiramphidae
Asian Pencil Halfbeak — a Hemiramphidae freshwater fish. Reaches 15.2–22.3 cm; keep at 20–26 °C.
Hyporhamphus intermedius is a Hemiramphidae. In the aquarium it stays peaceful community fish. Plan on 15.2–22.3 cm of adult fish at 20–26 °C. In a community tank it pairs well with Similar-sized peaceful community fish.
A moderate-level species: peaceful community fish; stable water matters more than fancy equipment.
Hold 20–26 °C and keep it stable — 20–26 °C general community range. Stable temperature matching the species origin.
Expect 15.2–22.3 cm as an adult, living middle of the water column. A 500 L tank or larger gives it room.
Omnivore; quality prepared foods. It forages naturally over fine sand and gravel, so let some food reach the bottom.
Peaceful community fish; small groups recommended. Good company: Similar-sized peaceful community fish — Similar size and water needs. Keep away from Much smaller fish — May outcompete or bully tiny tankmates.
It lives in warm freshwater streams and lakes. Still to gentle current; Moderate oxygen levels.
Jumping is not a known issue; cover the tank anyway during water changes.
In the aquarium: not documented in home aquaria. Subtle external differences.