Agassiz's Payara
NameAgassiz's Payara
Scientific NameHydrolycus agassizii
Common NamesAgassiz's Payara, Agassiz's Dogtooth Characin, Agassiz's Sabretooth Tetra
FamilyCynodontidae
OriginSouth America, Amazon Basin, Brazil, Peru, Ecuador, Colombia
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)180
Max Size (Inches)16
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)75-82
pH Range6.0-7.5
Compatible SpeciesLarge Arowana, Large Cichlids (e.g., Oscar, Flowerhorn), Large Catfish (e.g., Red Tail Catfish, Tiger Shovelnose Catfish), Other large, robust, and similarly tempered predatory fish
Description
Agassiz's Payara is a large, predatory freshwater fish from the Amazon Basin, characterized by its elongated body and prominent, sharp teeth. This highly active and aggressive species requires a very large aquarium and an experienced keeper capable of meeting its specific needs.
