Red-tail barracuda - Acestrorhynchus altus
Scientific name: Acestrorhynchus altus
Common name: Red-tail barracuda
Family: Acestrorhynchidae
Usual size in fish tanks: 20 - 24 cm (7.87 - 9.45 inch)
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Recommended pH range for the species: 5.5 - 7.1
Recommended water hardness (dGH): 7 - 16°N (125 - 285.71ppm)
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Recommended temperature: 22 - 24 °C (71.6 - 75.2°F)
The way how these fish reproduce: Spawning
Where the species comes from: South America
Temperament to its own species: peaceful
Temperament toward other fish species: aggressive to smaller
Usual place in the tank: Middle levels
Food and feeding
Earth worms and fresh water shrimps will be accepted by this fish but they prefer live food. Many keepers will set up a live bearer tank to provide a supply of feeder fish.
Origin
South America; Red-tail barracuda’s are found in the Amazonian and Orinoco basins.
Sexing
There are no visible differences between the sexes.
Breeding
As of yet there are no reported cases of these breeding in the aquarium but it is known that in the wild they will breed like other characins.
Lifespan
The expected life span for Red-tail barracuda is 8-10 years.
Short description
A minimum tank size of 50 gallons is required for this fish, they need lots of space. A good filtration system will be required and provide open swimming spaces but the addition of some plants will be beneficial. The Red Tail Barracuda is a nervous fish and is easily frightened.
Pictures
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