Description
Strawberry Leporinus – Vivid Color with a Bold Attitude
(Leporinus sp. "Strawberry")
The Strawberry Leporinus is a rare and visually stunning variant of the Leporinus genus, named for its rich reddish-pink body tones that resemble the color of ripe strawberries. This South American native brings a striking splash of color and a confident presence to large freshwater aquariums. It’s an excellent choice for experienced aquarists seeking a bold and beautiful centerpiece fish.
Key Features:
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Bright, Unique Coloration: Displays vivid shades of pinkish-red with contrasting dark markings—an uncommon and eye-catching color morph in the hobby.
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Energetic Swimmer: Known for its constant movement and strong swimming ability.
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Grows Large: Reaches 20–30 cm (8–12 inches) as an adult.
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Rare and Exotic: A standout addition to any large, semi-aggressive freshwater tank.
Tank Requirements:
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Minimum tank size: 300 liters (75+ gallons)
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Temperature: 24°C–28°C (75°F–82°F)
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pH: 6.5–7.5
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Provide plenty of open swimming space, driftwood, rocks, and a secure lid (they are strong jumpers)
Compatibility:
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Semi-aggressive; best kept with similarly sized, fast, and robust fish
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Good tankmates include large barbs, silver dollars, catfish, and peaceful cichlids
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Avoid slow or small fish that may be bullied
Feeding Tips:
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Omnivorous diet—enjoys high-quality pellets, leafy greens, algae wafers, and protein sources like shrimp and worms
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Feeding variety enhances color and vitality
Why Choose the Strawberry Leporinus?
For aquarists who want a rare, high-energy fish with exotic coloration, the Strawberry Leporinus delivers visual impact and bold personality. It’s a centerpiece fish that commands attention and thrives in well-maintained, spacious aquariums.
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Local Delivery
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Minimum spend: £50
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Delivery up to 10 miles: £10
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Delivery up to 25 miles: £20
Distances are measured “as the crow flies”, not by road.
Once your order is placed, we’ll be in touch to arrange a suitable delivery date and time.
Please note, delivery may take a little longer as we often group orders together to build an efficient delivery run.
Important: If you’re ordering a large aquarium, please ensure someone is available to help unload the van on arrival.
Dry Goods Delivery
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DPD Next Day: 1 working day (order before 12 noon)
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DX Next Day (Heavy Items & Small Aquariums): 1 working day (order before 12 noon)
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Express Pallet: 1–3 working days
If you'd like to add more items to an existing order that hasn't yet been dispatched, please place a Click & Collect order and leave a note asking us to combine the orders.
Please note: We currently only dispatch parcels Wednesday to Friday.
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Dispatched Wednesday afternoon
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Delivered Thursday before 1pm
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Order by Wednesday 12 noon
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Minimum spend: £50
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Dispatched Thursday afternoon
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Delivered Friday before 1pm
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Order by Thursday 12 noon
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Minimum spend: £50
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Dispatched Friday afternoon
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Delivered Saturday before 1pm
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Order by Friday 12 noon
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Minimum spend: £50
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Unfortunately, we’re unable to deliver livestock to the following postcodes:
Scotland & Isles:
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