Pacific Piquitinga
NamePacific Piquitinga
Scientific NameLile stolifera
Common NamesPacific Piquitinga, Pacific Lile, Pacific Sardine
FamilyClupeidae
OriginEastern Pacific Ocean, California, Peru
Temperamentcommunity
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)50
Max Size (Inches)6
Water TypeBrackish
Temperature Range (°F)72-80
pH Range7.5-8.5
Compatible SpeciesOther peaceful brackish fish, Mollies (in brackish setups), Small gobies, Other small schooling fish
Description
The Pacific Piquitinga is a small, silvery schooling fish characterized by a prominent blue-silver lateral stripe. It inhabits coastal and estuarine waters of the Eastern Pacific, from California to Peru. This species is planktivorous and forms large schools.
