Striped Silver Dollar

  • The Striped Silver Dollar (Metynnis fasciatus) is an elegant schooling fish known for its striking silver coloration and distinctive striped pattern.
  • Thrives in peaceful community aquariums with stable water conditions, including a temperature range of 72°F to 82°F and a pH level between 6.5 and 7.5.
  • With its agile swimming and peaceful demeanor, the Striped Silver Dollar adds grace and charm to any aquarium, making it a favored choice among freshwater fish enthusiasts.
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Description

Introduction: Introducing the elegant and eye-catching Striped Silver Dollar, a beautiful schooling fish that promises to bring grace and charm to your aquarium. Known for its striking silver coloration and distinctive striped pattern, the Striped Silver Dollar is a popular choice among freshwater fish enthusiasts, enchanting all with its peaceful demeanor and captivating appearance.

Scientific Name: The Striped Silver Dollar is scientifically known as Metynnis fasciatus. It belongs to the characin family and is also commonly referred to as the Striped Metynnis.

Water Quality and Temperature: Creating an ideal aquatic environment is essential for the well-being of the Striped Silver Dollar. Maintain stable water conditions with specific temperature and parameters:

  • Temperature: Keep the water temperature between 72°F and 82°F (22°C to 28°C) to ensure their optimal health and activity.
  • pH Level: Maintain the pH level between 6.5 and 7.5 to replicate their natural freshwater habitats.
  • GH Level: Aim for a general hardness (GH) level ranging from 4 to 10 dGH for their well-being.
  • KH Level: Maintain the carbonate hardness (KH) within the range of 4 to 8 dKH.

Feeding: The Striped Silver Dollar is primarily herbivorous, and their diet should consist of a variety of vegetable matter, such as high-quality flakes, pellets, and occasional fresh or blanched vegetables like spinach and cucumber.

Tank Mates: The Striped Silver Dollar is a peaceful schooling fish, making it an excellent addition to a community aquarium. They get along well with other peaceful, non-aggressive fish of similar size.

Substrates and Tank Decorations: Provide a sandy or fine-grain substrate to mimic their natural environment. Adding driftwood, rocks, and live plants will create a more natural and visually appealing habitat for the Striped Silver Dollar.

Suitable Plants: Choose robust and hardy plants like Java Fern, Amazon Sword, or Anubias, as the Striped Silver Dollar may nibble on softer plant varieties.

Sexing: Sexing Striped Silver Dollars can be challenging, as there are no significant external differences between males and females.

Breeding: Breeding Striped Silver Dollars can be challenging in a home aquarium, and specific conditions, including separate breeding tanks with optimal water parameters, are required to encourage successful breeding.

Maximum Size and Longevity: Observe in awe as the Striped Silver Dollar reaches a size of around 4 to 6 inches (10 to 15 cm). With proper care, these graceful fish can live up to 8 to 10 years, providing a delightful and enduring presence in your aquatic family.

General Information: The Striped Silver Dollar’s elegant appearance and peaceful nature make it a favored and cherished choice among freshwater fish enthusiasts.

A Fun Fact: Striped Silver Dollars are known for their agile and nimble swimming abilities, often schooling together in a mesmerizing display of grace and beauty.

Specification

My Family

Family

Characidae

Where I am from

Origin

South America

My behaviour

Social

Peaceful

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Schooling

How do I breed

Breeding

Egglayer

Can you keep me

Care Level

Intermediate

Potential of Hydrogen

pH Level Aquarium pH measures water acidity/alkalinity. 7 is neutral. Fish have pH preferences; maintain ideal levels for their health and stability.

6.5 – 7.5

General Hardness

GH Level GH (General Hardness) in aquariums measures minerals like calcium and magnesium. It affects fish health by showing water\'s mineral content.

4 – 10 dGH

Carbonate Hardness

KH Level KH (Carbonate Hardness) in an aquarium stabilizes pH. It acts like a shield, keeping the water conditions just right for fish.

4 – 8 dKH

Temperature

Temperature Ideal temperature needed for fish

22°C – 28°C

How long will I live

Life Span

8 – 10 Years

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