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Silver Dollar
Metynnis argenteus
Beginner Peaceful fish freshwater
About
Large disc-shaped schooling fish that devours live plants voraciously. Use plastic or tough plants only.
Water Parameters
Temperature
75 - 82 °F
Ideal: 76 - 82 °F
pH
6 - 7
GH (Hardness)
2 - 10 dGH
Quick Facts
Max Size
6"
Min Tank Size
75 gallons
Diet
herbivore
Swimming Zone
middle
School Size
5+ recommended
Bioload
high
Category
other