{"product_id":"silver-halfbeak","title":"Silver Halfbeak for Sale | Freshwater Surface Fish","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSilver Halfbeak for Sale\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eSilver Halfbeak\u003c\/strong\u003e, also commonly called the \u003cstrong\u003eWrestling Halfbeak\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a unique freshwater livebearer known for its long lower jaw, silver body, and surface-dwelling behavior. These unusual fish spend most of their time near the top of the aquarium, making them a great choice for hobbyists looking to add activity to the upper level of the tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSilver Halfbeaks are best for aquarists who can provide stable water conditions, peaceful tank mates, floating plants, and a tightly covered aquarium. They are active, interesting fish, but they can be sensitive to sudden changes and may jump if startled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSilver Halfbeak Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dermogenys pusilla\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silver Halfbeak, Wrestling Halfbeak, Freshwater Halfbeak\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to about 2.5–3 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful, but males may spar with each other\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20 gallons long recommended\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 75–82°F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.5–8.0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate to hard water preferred\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Floating foods, micro pellets, flakes, frozen foods, brine shrimp, daphnia, and small insects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBest Aquarium Setup for Silver Halfbeaks\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSilver Halfbeaks do best in aquariums with plenty of open surface space, calm to moderate flow, and floating plants such as frogbit, water lettuce, or hornwort. Because they live near the surface, a longer aquarium is better than a tall aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003esecure lid is very important\u003c\/strong\u003e. Halfbeaks are known jumpers and may dart quickly when startled. Avoid sudden changes in lighting, water chemistry, or temperature, as they can be sensitive to rapid changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSilver Halfbeak Tank Mates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSilver Halfbeaks can do well with peaceful community fish that will not nip fins or compete aggressively at the surface. Good tank mates may include peaceful livebearers, small rainbowfish, peaceful danios, rasboras, corydoras, kuhli loaches, and other calm community fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid aggressive fish, fin nippers, large predatory fish, and very tiny tank mates that could be viewed as food. Since Halfbeaks stay near the top, they should not be kept with overly aggressive surface feeders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeeding Silver Halfbeaks\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSilver Halfbeaks are surface feeders and prefer foods that float or stay near the top of the water. Offer high-quality flakes, floating micro pellets, frozen brine shrimp, daphnia, bloodworms, and other small meaty foods. Sinking foods are often ignored because these fish rarely feed from the bottom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eImportant Care Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTop-dwelling freshwater livebearer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeeds a tight-fitting aquarium lid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBest in stable, mature aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrefers floating plants and open surface space\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan be sensitive to sudden water parameter changes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMales may spar, especially in smaller tanks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBuy Silver Halfbeaks Online or In Store\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003eTropical Treasures Wyo\u003c\/strong\u003e, we carefully monitor our freshwater fish before offering them for sale. Silver Halfbeaks are a great choice for hobbyists looking for a unique top-dwelling aquarium fish with active surface behavior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShop Silver Halfbeaks today from Tropical Treasures Wyo — Cheyenne’s freshwater aquarium store.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tropical Treasures Wyo LLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53952814579925,"sku":null,"price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/tropicaltreasureswyo.com\/products\/silver-halfbeak","provider":"Tropical Treasures Wyo LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}