Chalceus erythrurus THE ENTHUSIASTIC Yellow Fin Chalceus. (Leopard Aquatic Z005A)

(Leopard Aquatic Z005A)
Yellow Fin Chalceus (Chalceus erythrurus) is also called the Tucanfish. It is a great choice for large tetra lovers. Although looks like a cyprinid, but Chalceus is classified as tetra. It is originated from Peru and Brazil. But it has been bred in captivity in Indonesia.
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Habitat: Living mostly in the sandy bottom area with rocky river stream.
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Water parameter:
pH: 6.0-7.0
TDS: 100 - 200 ppm
Temperature: 25-28°C
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Max length: 25 cm
Usual size on trade: 4cm, 8cm and 10cm
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Characteristic: Chalceus erythrurus is very peaceful schooling fish but need large space to swim. It is a skillful jumper. Therefore, it is import to cover your tank. Providing some current into the tank also will be appreciated.
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Diet: Frozen bloodworm, artemia, daphia magna and small invertebrates
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Suitable tank mates: Pleco, Metynnis, Leporinus, Geophagus and loaches.
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Unsuitable tank mates: Arowanas, killifish, small invertebrate like Neocaridina and Caridina
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