Prochilodus brevis
NameProchilodus brevis
Scientific NameProchilodus brevis
Common NamesCurimbatá, Brevis Prochilodus
FamilyProchilodontidae
OriginSouth America, Northeastern Brazil
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietherbivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)180
Max Size (Inches)18
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range6.0-7.5
Compatible SpeciesLarge Geophagus cichlids, Severum cichlids, Large characins, Large Plecos, Other large, peaceful South American fish
Description
Prochilodus brevis is a large, herbivorous freshwater fish native to river basins in northeastern Brazil. Known for its silvery scales and distinctive mouth adapted for scraping algae and detritus, it plays an important ecological role. These active fish require very large aquariums to thrive.
