| Family | Serrasalmidae |
|---|---|
| Origin | Brazil, Guyana |
| Social | Peaceful, suitable for community tanks |
| Tank Level | Mid dweller |
| Minimum Tank Size | 20 gallons |
| Diet | Herbivore, eats plants |
| Breeding | Egglayer |
| Care | Intermediate |
| pH | 5.0 to 7.0 |
| Hardness | Up to 15 dGH |
| Temperature | 75 to 82 F (24 to 28 C) |