Clouded Archerfish (Toxotes blythii )
Currently out of stock
Freshwater Sharpshooter • Surface Sniper • Certified Show‑Off
If you want a fish that just exists in your tank, this ain’t it. The Clouded Archerfish is a full‑time surface sniper with the confidence of a Florida seagull and the aim of a kid with a Super Soaker.
This is the true freshwater archer — no brackish drama, no guessing games. Just a clean, bold, river‑raised sharpshooter that cruises the top like it owns the place.
They watch you. They track you. They wait for food like they’re planning a heist.
And when they’re dialed in? They’ll spit water at anything they think is edible. (Yes, it’s hilarious. Yes, you’ll show your friends.)
Conservation Status:
Data Deficient (IUCN 3.1) — There isn’t enough research or population data to determine the species’ long‑term risk level. This doesn’t mean they’re safe or endangered — just that the science isn’t complete yet.
Species Care
*******This fish is rarely collected, poorly studied, and not evaluated enough for a clear conservation label. It’s not listed as threatened, but it’s also not confirmed stable. Basically: “We don’t know enough yet — but it’s not flagged as endangered.”*******
Water Stuff
- Temp: 75–82°F
- pH: 7.0–8.0
- Hardness: Medium–hard
- Salinity: 0 — this is the true freshwater archer
Tank Setup
- Tank Size: 55+ gallons (they cruise the top like patrol boats)
- Flow: Moderate
- Cover: Open surface space + some branches for vibe
- Lighting: Normal to bright — they like to see what they’re sniping
Diet
- Insects (they LOVE them)
- Floating pellets
- Frozen foods
- Anything they can spit at
These fish are visual hunters — keep food on the surface and watch the show.
Behavior
- Surface cruisers
- Super aware of movement
- Will absolutely spit water when they feel bold
- Peaceful with similarly sized tankmates
Tankmates
Good with:
- Rainbows
- Silver dollars
- Barbs
- Larger livebearers
- Peaceful cichlids
Not good with:
- Tiny nano fish
- Slow, delicate species
- Anything bite‑sized
Why This Fish Is Awesome
The Clouded Archerfish is basically a tiny aquatic comedian with main‑character energy. It’s interactive, weird in the best way, and turns your tank into a live nature show every feeding time.