Family: | Prochilodontidae |
Species: |
Semaprochilodus insignis |
Common Name: |
Flagtail Prochilodus |
Size: | Up to 10.5 inches (27 cm) |
Habitat: | SOUTH AMERICA: Central and western portions of the Amazon basin. |
Min Tank Size: | At least 125 gallons for a school. |
Diet: | Omnivorous: Flakes, Frozen and live foods. Needs plant supplements like algae wafers, peas or spinach. |
Behavior: | Peaceful as a specimen, in Schools more than 6 recommended to slow aggression. |
Water: | 75 -82°F (22 – 26°C) PH 5.5 – 7.2 dGH 5.0 – 15.0 N |
Care: | Easy after acclimation. |
Communities: | Good, with larger peaceful species. |
Suitability: | Good for well established large tanks. |