Roeboides descalvadensis
NameRoeboides descalvadensis
Scientific NameRoeboides descalvadensis
Common NamesPiranha Tetra, Glass Piranha, Roeboides Tetra
FamilyCharacidae
OriginSouth America, Paraná River Basin, Brazil, Paraguay, Argentina
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)75
Max Size (Inches)8
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-79
pH Range6.0-7.5
Compatible SpeciesLarge, robust characins, Large armored catfish, Some larger, peaceful to semi-aggressive cichlids
Description
Roeboides descalvadensis is a predatory characin from the Paraná River basin in South America, known for its silvery, elongated body and sharp teeth. It is a semi-aggressive species that preys on smaller fish and invertebrates in the wild. This species requires a spacious aquarium and is best kept with robust, similarly sized tankmates or in a species-only setup.
