At Source Aquatics, we prioritize the safe transport of your Chilodus Spotted Headstander of Peru. Here are our shipping guidelines:
- 📦 Shipments are conducted on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays via FEDEX & UPS.
- 🕒 DOA Guarantee is applicable to next-day shipping, refunds less shipping costs.
- 🌡️ Temperature-appropriate packaging is used based on destination climate (local temperature info is helpful).
- 📆 We strive to avoid weekend shipping to minimize potential delays, depending on destination.
Your satisfaction and the health of the fish are our top priorities:
- 💸 Prompt refunds for DOA cases, less shipping costs.
- 🔄 Replacements where feasible.
- 🚚 Orders may take 2-3 business days to prepare for optimum quality.
- 💯 Full refunds for orders we cannot fulfill due to stock issues.
The Chilodus Spotted Headstander of Peru (Chilodus punctatus) is a fascinating freshwater fish known for its unique headstanding behavior and attractive spotted pattern. This species is a great addition to any aquarium, providing both beauty and interest with its distinctive appearance and habits.
- Attractive spotted pattern with a unique body shape
- Fascinating headstanding behavior
- Hardy and easy to care for
- Peaceful and social, perfect for community tanks
- Temperature: 72° – 79° F (22° – 26° C)
- pH: 6.0 – 7.5
- Hardness: 2-10 dGH
- Minimum Tank Size: 20 gallons
- Diet: Omnivorous; feed with a variety of high-quality flakes, pellets, and live or frozen foods
- Social Behavior: Peaceful and social, best kept in groups
- Origin: Native to freshwater habitats in Peru
- Average Adult Size: 3 – 4 inches (7.5 – 10 cm)



