Freshwater Flounder / Sole (Brachirus selheimi) Sizes:4 - 4.5 inches active nature

active nature

peaceful to semi-aggressive fish such as datnoids

In a well-maintained aquarium

Females lay their eggs in nests dug into sandbars that are exposed during the dry season

Algae-based foods

Freshwater Flounder / Sole (Brachirus selheimi) Sizes:4 - 4.5 inches active natureBrachirus selheimi, commonly known as the Freshwater Sole or Papuan Freshwater Sole, is a species of flatfish native to northern Australia and New Guinea, inhabiting freshwater and brackish waterways. It's a bottom dweller that burrows in fine sand, has a mottled brown appearance, and is popular in the aquarium hobby for its unique look, though it requires specific care, often needing live or frozen foods like bloodworms and mysis shrimp.