Amazon Cachorro (Acestrorhynchus falcatus)

Fish in the family Acestrorhynchidae. Hard care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameAcestrorhynchus falcatus

FamilyAcestrorhynchidae

Also known asRed-Tailed Freshwater Barracuda, Dog-Tooth Characin, Cachorro

Care levelHard

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentAggressive

Dietcarnivore

Adult size11 in

Minimum tank size125 gallons

Water parametersTemp 75-82°F, pH 5.5-7.5, GH 3-15 dGH

Appearance

Slim silver predatory body with prominent fang-like teeth, a dark tail spot, and reddish caudal fin.

Difficulty and care for the Amazon Cachorro

Hard

Origin and habitat

South America (Amazon and Orinoco basins)

Keeper notes

A toothy obligate piscivore that eats smaller fish; nervous and prone to injuring its snout against the glass. House with similarly sized robust fish.

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