Overview
The Mono / Mono Argenteus (Monodactylus argenteus) is a intermediate brackish species known for its silver, black/yellow fins coloration. Schooling. Mid.
Origin & Appearance
Origin: Indo-Pacific.
Colors: Silver, Black/Yellow fins.
Body Shape: Compressiform (laterally flat). Typical adult dimensions: 25.0 x 3.8 x 13.8.
Sexual Dimorphism: Minimal.
Tank & Water Requirements
| Min Tank Size | 79 gallons |
| Temperature | 75–82°F |
| pH Range | 7.5–8.5 |
| Water Hardness (GH) | 10-25 |
| Bioload | high |
| Oxygen Demand | medium |
| Plant Safe | yes |
| Aquarium Position | Mid |
Behavior & Activity
Active mid-level schooling swimmer; fast silvery cruising in groups; needs open swimming space; steady endurance swimmer
Speed: 50/100Aggression: 3/10diurnalSchooling (5+)
Breeding
Not bred at home
Common Diseases
💊 Ich
Expert Notes
Schooling; needs increasingly salty water as adult