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Black Pacu, Tambaqui

Family:	Characidae
Species:	Colossoma macropomum
Common Name:	Black Pacu, Tambaqui
Size:	Up to 40 inches (100 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 basins.
Min Tank Size:	75 gallon for young, public aquarium for adults.
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:	71 -82°F (22 – 28°C) dh range 4-20, pH : 5.0 - 7.8
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.