Xenocharax spilurus
NameXenocharax spilurus
Scientific NameXenocharax spilurus
Common NamesXenocharax, Spotted Characin
FamilyCitharinidae
OriginSouth America, Amazon Basin, Orinoco Basin
Temperamentcommunity
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)75
Max Size (Inches)7.9
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)73-81
pH Range6.0-7.5
Compatible SpeciesLarge Tetras, Peaceful Cichlids (e.g., Severums, Geophagus), Large Catfish (e.g., Plecos, Synodontis)
Description
Xenocharax spilurus is a medium-to-large characin native to the Amazon and Orinoco river basins. It possesses a silvery body with reddish fins and is an omnivorous species, feeding on detritus, algae, and small invertebrates. While not a common aquarium fish, it can be kept by intermediate aquarists in a spacious community tank.
