Chalceus erythrurus (Chalceus with yellow fins)
Description
The Chalceus Erythrurus fish, also known as tiger fish, is a freshwater fish native to South America. He is about 15 cm long and has a dark blue color with bright orange strips that run along his body. Its dorsal fin is covered with thorny spikes, which gives it a threatening appearance, hence its name of tiger fish.
The Chalceus Erythrurus fish is a very active fish and can be aggressive towards other fish. It is therefore often maintained in an aquarium alone or with fish of similar size. Tiger fish needs a spacious aquarium with a lot of plants and hiding places to hide. It also needs a powerful filter to maintain clean and quality water.
The Chalceus erythrurus fish is omnivorous and needs a varied diet to stay healthy. It is often given granules for freshwater fish, vase worms and frozen crustaceans. It is important not to overcome tiger fish, as this can cause health problems such as obesity and intestinal problems.
In general, the fish Chalceus Erythrurus is a fascinating animal to look in an aquarium. With its bright color and active behavior, it can be an interesting addition to a well -maintained aquarium. However, it is important to find out about the care and needs of these fish before deciding to adopt them.
Origin
- FamilyCharacidae
- OriginAmazon
Characteristics
- Adult size25 cm
- BehaviourPleasant
- FoodOmnivorous
Water parameters
- Water typeFreshwater, hot
- Temperature21 - 27 °C
- pH6.9 - 7.2
Data to check
Some historical parameters still need checking before choosing this species: Minimum aquarium capacity (in liters).
