Quick tropical aquarium fish statistics and photos for the Red Pacu, Piaractus brachypomus

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Pacu

Family:	Characidae
Species:	Piaractus brachypomus
Common Name:	Pacu
Size:	Up to 35 in (88 cm)
Note:	Should not be considered a home aquarium fish, young are sometimes seen for sale and caution should taken before purchasing. It is unfair to subject any animal to less than ideal living conditions.
Habitat:	SOUTH AMERICA: Amazon and Orinoco River basins.
Diet:	Primarily herbivorous, but will accept Flakes, Frozen and live foods suitable for its' size.
Behavior:	Peaceful schooling species, but intimidates due to its' size.
Water:	Temperature 71 -82°F (22 – 28°C) dh range 4-15, pH : 4.8 - 6.8
Care:	Easy, should be kept in schools of at least six.
Communities:	Poor, grows too large.
Suitability:	Poor, grows to large for most home aquaria.
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