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Semaprochilodus taeniurus

This photo was originally taken by cliff1066 and the original photo can be found here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/nostri-imago/3420299646/

Family:	CHARACIDAE
Species:	Semaprochilodus taeniurus
Common Name:	Redfin Prochilodus, Silver prochilodus
Size:	10" + (24 cm)
Habitat:	SOUTH AMERICA: central portions of the Amazon basin and tributary rivers.
Min Tank Size:	70 gallons.
Diet:	Herbivore: Flake and pellet foods with high vegetable content.
Behavior:	semi-aggressive.
Water:	Water Chemistry not critical, 73 -79°F (23 – 26°C) pH range: 5.5 - 7.5, dH range: 20
Care:	Easy, needs open spaces with some plants.
Communities:	Best kept in a species tank.
Suitability:	Intermediate
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