| Common name | Pink-Tailed Chalceus, Red-tailed Chalceus, Pinktail |
Photo taken at Wharf Aquatics
© Sean Evans |
| Scientific name | Chalceus macrolepidotus |
| Synonyms | Chalceus erythrurus |
| Size | 10" (25cm) |
| Origin | South America |
| Tank setup | A large tank - at least 48" (120cm), with good circulation. |
| Compatibility | Predatory, keep with larger fish. |
| Temperature | 23-27oC (73-82oF) |
| Water chemistry | Not critical: Fairly soft to medium hard, around neutral (pH 6.5-7.5) |
| Feeding | Carnivore: live and dead meaty foods, young fish will take flake and pellets. |
| Sexing | Unknown |
| Breeding | Rare in aquaria, accomplished in very large tanks where eggs were scattered among plants. |
| Comments | Use a tight fitting lid on the aquarium, as these fish may jump. |