Metynnis argenteus (Silver dollar)

The Metynnis Argenteus fish is a freshwater fish from South America. It belongs to the Characidae family and is commonly called "money fish" because of its brilliant silver color. The Metynnis Argenteus measures an average of 10 to 12 centimeters long, although certain specimens can reach up to 15 centimeters. The money fish has a slender appearance, with an elongated body and narrow pectoral and caudal fins. Its head is small and rounded, with round and shiny eyes. The basic color of money fish is silver, with dark stripes running along its body. These scratches are more pronounced in males than in females. Undernighting is a gregarious fish, which means it tends to live in groups. He needs a spacious aquarium to move freely and likes to have a lot of hiding places to hide. The money fish is generally peaceful and can coexist with other peaceful freshwater fish. However, he can become territorial towards his fellows, in particular when he is in period of reproduction. The money fish feeds mainly on small crustaceans and insects in the wild, but it will also eat foods designed for aquarium fish in a captive environment. The money fish is a freshwater fish, so it is important to maintain water from its aquarium to a pH and a hardness adapted to its needs. In general, money fish is a robust species and can live up to five years in captivity with good care.