Fanning Characin (Pyrrhulina rachoviana)

Fish in the family Lebiasinidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific namePyrrhulina rachoviana

FamilyLebiasinidae

Also known asRachow's Pyrrhulina, Fanning Pyrrhulina

Care levelModerate

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentPeaceful

Dietomnivore

Adult size2 in

Minimum tank size15 gallons

Water parametersTemp 73-81°F, pH 5.5-7.2, GH 2-12 dGH

Appearance

Slim body with a dark stripe through the eye, reddish fin tips, and a faint coppery sheen.

Difficulty and care for the Fanning Characin

Moderate

Origin and habitat

South America (lower Paraná basin, Argentina)

Keeper notes

Peaceful and somewhat shy; males fan their eggs, giving the common name.

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