Sacramento Splittail
NameSacramento Splittail
Scientific NamePogonichthys macrolepidotus
Common NamesSacramento Splittail, Splittail
FamilyCyprinidae
OriginNorth America, California, Sacramento-San Joaquin River Delta
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietomnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)250
Max Size (Inches)16
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)55-75
pH Range6.5-8.0
Compatible SpeciesOther large, peaceful native fish of similar size, Tule Perch, Sacramento Pikeminnow (if large enough)
Description
The Sacramento Splittail is a native California minnow characterized by its slender, silvery body and a deeply forked caudal fin with a slightly longer upper lobe. This euryhaline species is an important part of the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta ecosystem, capable of tolerating a wide range of salinities. It is not a common aquarium fish and requires specialized care.
