Black-Barred Silver Dollar (Myloplus schomburgkii)
Fish in the family Serrasalmidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.
Quick facts
Scientific nameMyloplus schomburgkii
FamilySerrasalmidae
Also known asSchomburgk's Silver Dollar, Black Band Myleus
Care levelModerate
Reef safetyFreshwater
TemperamentPeaceful
Dietherbivore
Adult size16 in
Minimum tank size150 gallons
Water parametersTemp 75-82°F, pH 5.5-7.5, GH 4-18 dGH
Appearance
Large disc-shaped silver body crossed by a single bold vertical black band through the middle.
Difficulty and care for the Black-Barred Silver Dollar
Moderate
Origin and habitat
South America (Amazon and Orinoco basins)
Keeper notes
Peaceful but grows very large; a powerful plant-eater requiring big tanks and a group.
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