Yellow Tail Cachorro
NameYellow Tail Cachorro
Scientific NameAcestrorhynchus falcatus
Common NamesYellow Tail Cachorro, Freshwater Barracuda, Dogtooth Characin
FamilyAcestrorhynchidae
OriginSouth America, Amazon Basin, Orinoco Basin
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)180
Max Size (Inches)16
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range6.0-7.5
Compatible SpeciesLarge Arowana, Large Datnoid, Large Catfish (e.g., Redtail Catfish, Tiger Shovelnose Catfish), Other large, robust, and fast-moving fish too big to be considered prey
Description
The Yellow Tail Cachorro is a predatory freshwater fish known for its elongated, silvery body, pointed snout, and prominent teeth. It features a distinctive yellow caudal fin with a prominent black spot at its base. This species is a fast-swimming ambush predator that requires a large aquarium.
