{"product_id":"celebes-halfbeak","title":"Celebes Halfbeak","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"652\" data-start=\"353\"\u003eThe Celebes Halfbeak (\u003cem data-end=\"399\" data-start=\"379\"\u003eNomorhamphus liemi\u003c\/em\u003e) is a striking surface-dwelling freshwater fish native to the streams and rivers of Sulawesi, Indonesia. Easily recognised by its elongated lower jaw, this species brings constant activity and unique visual interest to the upper levels of the aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1020\" data-start=\"654\"\u003eCelebes Halfbeaks are best kept in small groups and thrive in calm, well-maintained aquariums with floating plants and gentle water flow. While generally peaceful, males may show mild territorial behaviour, making a higher female-to-male ratio ideal. Their unusual appearance and engaging behaviour make them a standout choice for experienced community fish keepers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1040\" data-start=\"1010\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePhysical Characteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1320\" data-start=\"1042\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1062\" data-start=\"1042\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1062\" data-start=\"1044\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1053\" data-start=\"1044\"\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6–8 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1120\" data-start=\"1063\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1120\" data-start=\"1065\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1080\" data-start=\"1065\"\u003eBody Shape:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slender body with elongated lower jaw\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1183\" data-start=\"1121\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1183\" data-start=\"1123\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1139\" data-start=\"1123\"\u003eColouration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silver to olive body with subtle markings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1275\" data-start=\"1184\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1275\" data-start=\"1186\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1208\" data-start=\"1186\"\u003eSexual Dimorphism:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1301\" data-start=\"1234\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1301\" data-start=\"1236\"\u003eMales are slimmer and possess a modified anal fin (andropodium)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1353\" data-start=\"1304\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1353\" data-start=\"1306\"\u003eFemales are slightly larger and fuller-bodied\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1320\" data-start=\"1276\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1320\" data-start=\"1278\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1291\" data-start=\"1278\"\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3–5 years with proper care\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1356\" data-start=\"1327\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBehaviour \u0026amp; Temperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1608\" data-start=\"1358\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1423\" data-start=\"1358\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1423\" data-start=\"1360\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1376\" data-start=\"1360\"\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful to mildly territorial between males\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1463\" data-start=\"1424\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1463\" data-start=\"1426\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1445\" data-start=\"1426\"\u003eSwimming Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Surface dweller\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1542\" data-start=\"1464\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1542\" data-start=\"1466\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1487\" data-start=\"1466\"\u003eSocial Behaviour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Best kept in groups; higher female ratio recommended\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1608\" data-start=\"1543\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1608\" data-start=\"1545\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1564\" data-start=\"1545\"\u003eActivity Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Active, especially near the water surface\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1642\" data-start=\"1615\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAquarium Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1912\" data-start=\"1644\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1680\" data-start=\"1644\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1680\" data-start=\"1646\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1660\" data-start=\"1646\"\u003eTank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Minimum 60 litres\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1719\" data-start=\"1681\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1719\" data-start=\"1683\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1705\" data-start=\"1683\"\u003eWater Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24–28°C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1749\" data-start=\"1720\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1749\" data-start=\"1722\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1735\" data-start=\"1722\"\u003epH Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.0–8.0\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1780\" data-start=\"1750\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1780\" data-start=\"1752\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1765\" data-start=\"1752\"\u003eHardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8–20 dGH\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1819\" data-start=\"1781\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1819\" data-start=\"1783\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1798\" data-start=\"1783\"\u003eWater Flow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gentle to moderate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1885\" data-start=\"1820\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1885\" data-start=\"1822\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1837\" data-start=\"1822\"\u003eTank Setup:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plenty of surface cover using floating plants\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1912\" data-start=\"1886\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1912\" data-start=\"1888\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1901\" data-start=\"1888\"\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1933\" data-start=\"1919\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2001\" data-start=\"1935\"\u003eCelebes Halfbeaks are surface feeders and thrive on a varied diet:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2173\" data-start=\"2003\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2052\" data-start=\"2003\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2052\" data-start=\"2005\"\u003eHigh-quality floating flakes or micro pellets\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2120\" data-start=\"2053\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2120\" data-start=\"2055\"\u003eFrozen foods such as daphnia, mosquito larvae, and brine shrimp\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli 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fish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2489\" data-start=\"2461\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Considerations:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2646\" data-start=\"2491\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2526\" data-start=\"2491\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2526\" data-start=\"2493\"\u003eSensitive to poor water quality\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2573\" data-start=\"2527\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2573\" data-start=\"2529\"\u003eSecure aquarium lid recommended (can jump)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2612\" data-start=\"2574\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2612\" data-start=\"2576\"\u003eFloating plants help reduce stress\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2646\" data-start=\"2613\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2646\" data-start=\"2615\"\u003eMales may spar if overcrowded\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Live 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