Flagtail Red Fin Prochilodus

FLAGTAIL RED FIN PROCHILODUS

Semaprochilodus laticeps

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📍 BASIC INFO

Origin: South America – Orinoco Basin & Northern Amazon Tributaries

Adult Size: 10″ – 12″+

Temperament: Peaceful / Active

Care Level: ⭐ Moderate

Tank Level: Mid – Bottom

🍽 DIET

Omnivore / Detritivore

Accepts: Algae wafers, vegetable-based pellets, sinking foods, frozen foods

✔ COMPATIBILITY

Generally peaceful with medium to large community fish and South American species. Best kept in groups when possible. Avoid very small tankmates due to size and constant activity level.

💧 WATER PARAMETERS

pH: 6.0 – 7.5

Temperature: 74–82°F

Ammonia: 0 ppm

Nitrite: 0 ppm

Nitrate: <40 ppm

⭐ HIGHLIGHT

Active silver schooling fish with a striking flag-pattern tail and vivid red fins.

📝 CARE NOTES

A strong swimmer that requires a spacious aquarium with open swimming areas and strong filtration. Known for constant grazing behavior and schooling activity. Secure lids are recommended as active fish may startle easily.

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