Silver Prochilodus
NameSilver Prochilodus
Scientific NameSemaprochilodus insignis
Common NamesSilver Prochilodus, Flagtail Prochilodus, Flagtail Characin, Kissing Prochilodus
FamilyProchilodontidae
OriginSouth America, Amazon Basin, Orinoco Basin
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)180
Max Size (Inches)14
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)75-82
pH Range6.0-7.5
Compatible SpeciesLarge Cichlids (e.g., Oscar, Green Terror), Large Tetras, Large Catfish (e.g., Plecos, Synodontis), Other similarly sized, robust community fish
Description
The Silver Prochilodus is a large, schooling characin from South America, recognized by its shimmering silver body and distinctive black and orange striped caudal fin. These active fish are primarily herbivorous, grazing on algae and detritus, and require a very spacious aquarium to thrive. They can be semi-aggressive, especially towards smaller or long-finned tankmates.
