🐟 Burmese Clouded Archerfish (Toxotes blythii)
Freshwater Surface Hunter • Rare Oddball Fish • Cloud-Pattern Display Species
 
📋 The Burmese Clouded Archerfish (Toxotes blythii) is a rare species that stands out for its cloud-like mottled markings, which differ from the bold vertical bars seen in most other archerfish. Unlike its relatives, this species is known to live in true freshwater rivers in Myanmar, making it highly unusual among archerfish, which are typically brackish.
With their incredible water-spitting behavior and smaller adult size, they are an excellent oddball centerpiece for aquarists looking for a unique freshwater predator. However, because they are uncommon in the trade and often wild caught, they are best suited for experienced fishkeepers with stable, well-maintained aquariums.
 
💡 Highlights
✨ Cloud-like mottled markings – unique to this species
⚪ True freshwater archerfish – rare exception to the brackish rule
📏 Smaller size – reaches about 6"
✅ Famous water-spitting behavior – natural insect hunter
🐠 Peaceful schooling predator – thrives in small groups