Streamer Fish (Prochilodus lineatus)

Fish in the family Prochilodontidae. Hard care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameProchilodus lineatus

FamilyProchilodontidae

Also known asCurimata, Lineatus Flagtail Prochilodus

Care levelHard

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentSemi Aggressive

Dietherbivore

Adult size16 in

Minimum tank size180 gallons

Water parametersTemp 72-82°F, pH 6.0-7.5, GH 4-18 dGH

Appearance

Large silver body with reddish fins and a high dorsal; a detritus- and algae-grazing flagtail relative.

Difficulty and care for the Streamer Fish

Hard

Origin and habitat

South America (Paraná and Paraguay basins)

Keeper notes

Large grazing characin that becomes territorial with age; messy and a powerful swimmer needing big tanks.

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