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Pink-tailed chalceus

Family:	Characidae
Species:	Chalceus macrolepidotus
Common Name:	Pink-tailed chalceus
Size:	Up to 10 inches (25.4 cm)
Habitat:	South America: Negro and Orinoco River basins.
Min Tank Size:	At least 55 gallons for a specimen. 125 gallons for a school
Diet:	Carnivorous, will accept flake frozen or live.
Behavior:	A active and predatory Characin, keep singly of large schools of 8 or more.
Water:	Temperature 73- 82ºF (23-28ºC), dH range: 6.0 - 18.0, pH : 6.0 - 7.5
Care:	Medium, needs well oxygenated water.
Communities:	Can be kept with fish its own size.
Suitability:	Best in species tank.
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