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Pygocentrus caribe (Scapular sparanha)

Pygocentrus caribe (Scapular sparanha)

Description

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The Pygocentrus Caribe is a freshwater fish native to South America. It is a medium -sized fish, reaching about 30 centimeters in length. Its color generally varies between yellow and dark red, with dark spots spread over its entire body.

The Caribbean Pygocentrus is a carnivorous fish, mainly feeding on smaller and crustacean fish. He is known to be an agile and fast predator, capable of leaping out of the water to catch his prey.

This fish is also known to be very territorial and protective of its vital space. He can become aggressive towards the other fish approaching his territory, and can even attack humans who approach too close to him in the water.

The Pygocentrus Caribe is a river fish, living in the shallow and common waters of rivers and streams from South America. It is generally found in tropical and subtropical regions of this part of the world.

Due to its aggressiveness and its ability to reproduce quickly, the Pygocentrus Caribe is considered an invasive species in many regions where it is introduced.

Origin

Features

  • Adult size : 28 cm
  • Behaviour : Aggressive
  • Food : Carnivorous

Water

  • Water type : Freshwater, hot
  • Temperature : 21 - 28 °C
  • pH : 5.9 - 7.2
  • Minimum aquarium capacity (in liters) : 300

Contribution

  • Created by : sunnmagic
  • Last update : 14/10/2022

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