Description
The Red Bellied Pacu is a species of omnivorous South American freshwater serrasalmid fish. While related to the piranha, the pacu has blunt teeth and is a peaceful fish. Growing large, this fish needs a big aquarium and is the ideal species for avid "monster fish keepers".
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Features of Red Bellied Pacu:
- Dark body with orange to red belly
- Grows teeth
- Originates from South America
- Grows to 30 - 61cm
The Best Aquarium Size for Red Bellied Pacu:
Red bellied pacu require tanks of 1000L or more. This species grows very large, and rapidly.
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Tank Mate Compatibility:
While peaceful, the red bellied pacu may view smaller fish as a snack. Best kept as a single species, however you may successfully be able to keep large pleco's with them.
Diet:
The red bellied pacu will eat flake and frozen foods as a juvenile. Mainly a herbivore, they may eat live aquarium plants therefore we suggest keeping your aquarium plant free. We suggest transitioning to a pellet as this fish gets bigger.
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Tank Setup:
Aquarium Filtration
This fish produces a large amount of waste, so an excellent filter is essential. Cannister filters are a great option for large aquariums. Ensure your filter has an adequate flow rate for your aquarium size to remove the waste this fish produces.
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Aquarium Heater
The pacu enjoys temperatures between 24 - 27° C. To manage stable water temperatures, we recommend installing a reliable aquarium heater and always monitor with an additional thermometer.
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