Flagtail Prochilodus
NameFlagtail Prochilodus
Scientific NameProchilodus insignis
Common NamesFlagtail Prochilodus, Flagtail Characin, Curimbatá
FamilyProchilodontidae
OriginSouth America, Amazon Basin, Orinoco River Basin
Temperamentcommunity
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)300
Max Size (Inches)20
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range6.0-7.5
Compatible SpeciesOscar Cichlid, Green Terror Cichlid, Large Plecos, Pimelodid Catfish, Datnoids, Other large, peaceful to semi-aggressive South American cichlids
Description
The Flagtail Prochilodus is a large, active freshwater fish recognized by its silvery body and distinctive black and yellow striped caudal fin. It possesses a specialized, fleshy mouth adapted for scraping algae and detritus from surfaces. Due to its significant adult size and schooling nature, this species requires a very large aquarium to thrive.
