These shimmering silver-colored fish originate from South American rivers that contain heavy amounts of vegetation. These peaceful fish are easy to take care, require low maintenance and have a long life span of up to ten years.
Red Fin Silver Dollar fish grow up to 6 inches in length and require approximately a 75 gallon tank or larger when full grown. Also, since they are schooling fish, it is better to keep them in the group. They mostly swim around in groups, thus creating a beautiful community that is delightful to watch.
Red Fin Silver Dollar fish are herbivores. You can provide them with vegetable foods like Algae wafers, plant flake food, cooked carrots, shelled peas, squash, cucumbers, lettuce, spinach, leafy food, seaweed, and algae wafers.
Summary
Common Name: RedFin Silver Dollar
Scientific Name: Metynnis argenteus
Origin: Rivers in South America.
Family: Characidae, subfamily – Serrasalmidae
Diet: Herbivores. They will eat vegetable foods like Algae wafers, plant flake food, cooked carrots, shelled peas, squash, cucumbers, lettuce, leafy food, seaweed, and algae wafers.
Adult Size: 8"-10"
Lifespan: 10 years +
Care level: easy
Recommended tank Size: 120 gallons
Compatibility: Schooling fish.
preferred water parameters
pH: 5-7
Temperature: 75°F to 82°F
Hardness: 4-18 dGH