{"product_id":"blackberry-silver-dollar-myloplus-schomburgkii","title":"Blackberry Silver Dollar - Myloplus schomburgkii","description":"\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"mgcwvx\" data-start=\"611\" data-end=\"663\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003eBlackberry Silver Dollar – \u003cem data-start=\"640\" data-end=\"663\"\u003eMyloplus schomburgkii\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"77mjg\" data-start=\"665\" data-end=\"677\"\u003eOverview:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"678\" data-end=\"1217\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"682\" data-end=\"710\"\u003eBlackberry Silver Dollar\u003c\/strong\u003e is a large, spectacular South American characin with a rounded silver body and a bold dark vertical bar that gives mature fish a dramatic, high-contrast look. Closely related to pacus and other silver-dollar type fishes, \u003cstrong data-start=\"932\" data-end=\"957\"\u003eMyloplus schomburgkii\u003c\/strong\u003e is generally peaceful with suitably sized tank mates, but it is a powerful, fast-growing shoaling fish that needs a very large aquarium. This is a specialist display species for aquarists with the space, filtration and feeding budget to keep a group properly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"18rclky\" data-start=\"1219\" data-end=\"1241\"\u003eKey Identification:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1242\" data-end=\"1583\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1242\" data-end=\"1258\"\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blackberry Silver Dollar\u003cbr data-start=\"1283\" data-end=\"1286\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1286\" data-end=\"1302\"\u003eOther Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black Bar Silver Dollar, Black Barred Myleus, Black Barred Metynis, Black-band Myleus, Disk Tetra, Black-barred Disk Pacu, \u003cem data-start=\"1426\" data-end=\"1447\"\u003eMyleus schomburgkii\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1447\" data-end=\"1450\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1450\" data-end=\"1470\"\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"1471\" data-end=\"1494\"\u003eMyloplus schomburgkii\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1494\" data-end=\"1497\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1497\" data-end=\"1511\"\u003eFish Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large Characin \/ Silver Dollar-type Fish\u003cbr data-start=\"1552\" data-end=\"1555\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1555\" data-end=\"1570\"\u003eWater Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Freshwater\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"13oemwk\" data-start=\"1585\" data-end=\"1612\"\u003eNatural Range \u0026amp; Habitat:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1613\" data-end=\"2069\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1613\" data-end=\"1636\"\u003eMyloplus schomburgkii\u003c\/em\u003e is native to tropical South America. FishBase records it from the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1703\" data-end=\"1742\"\u003emiddle and lower Amazon River basin\u003c\/strong\u003e, the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1748\" data-end=\"1763\"\u003eNanay River\u003c\/strong\u003e, the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1769\" data-end=\"1798\"\u003eupper Orinoco River basin\u003c\/strong\u003e and possibly Suriname. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e In the wild, silver-dollar type serrasalmids are associated with large river systems, flooded forests and open swimming areas where they feed heavily on plant material, fruits, seeds and other available foods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2071\" data-end=\"2214\"\u003eIn the aquarium, this means the Blackberry Silver Dollar needs open space, stable water quality, strong filtration and room to move as a group.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1k4fj4a\" data-start=\"2216\" data-end=\"2243\"\u003eAppearance \u0026amp; Adult Size:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2244\" data-end=\"2573\"\u003eBlackberry Silver Dollars have a deep, rounded body with a bright metallic silver to grey sheen. The key feature is the dark vertical bar through the flank, although the width, shape and intensity of this band can vary. Juveniles may show a less developed bar, while mature fish become broader, deeper-bodied and more impressive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2575\" data-end=\"2899\"\u003eThis is a large fish. FishBase lists \u003cem data-start=\"2612\" data-end=\"2635\"\u003eMyloplus schomburgkii\u003c\/em\u003e at up to \u003cstrong data-start=\"2645\" data-end=\"2670\"\u003e42 cm standard length\u003c\/strong\u003e, while aquarium care sources commonly plan for around \u003cstrong data-start=\"2725\" data-end=\"2737\"\u003e35–40 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e in large systems. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Mature males may show stronger fin colour or more extended finnage, but sexing juveniles is not reliable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"zee6g1\" data-start=\"2901\" data-end=\"2925\"\u003eAquarium Suitability:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2926\" data-end=\"3276\"\u003eThis species is best suited to very large aquariums, public-style displays or serious private fish rooms. It can work in large peaceful communities with robust fish, but it is not suitable for small community tanks, planted aquascapes with soft plants, nano fish or delicate slow feeders. Most soft aquarium plants are likely to be eaten or shredded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3278\" data-end=\"3465\"\u003eUse a layout with strong open swimming areas, large pieces of wood, smooth stones and robust décor. Tough plants may be tried, but they should not be relied upon as permanent aquascaping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1jzuw08\" data-start=\"3467\" data-end=\"3496\"\u003eRecommended Aquarium Size:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3497\" data-end=\"3910\"\u003eA practical minimum is \u003cstrong data-start=\"3520\" data-end=\"3555\"\u003e600 litres for a juvenile group\u003c\/strong\u003e, with a tank at least \u003cstrong data-start=\"3578\" data-end=\"3593\"\u003e180 cm long\u003c\/strong\u003e recommended for long-term care. For adult groups, larger aquariums are strongly preferred, especially if mixing them with other large fish. Aquadiction notes that juveniles need at least a four-foot tank, while mature fish require a much larger six-foot-plus aquarium footprint. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"pl4gsq\" data-start=\"3912\" data-end=\"3932\"\u003eWater Conditions:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3933\" data-end=\"4326\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3933\" data-end=\"3949\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 23–27°C\u003cbr data-start=\"3957\" data-end=\"3960\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3960\" data-end=\"3967\"\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.0–7.0\u003cbr data-start=\"3975\" data-end=\"3978\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3978\" data-end=\"3991\"\u003eHardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft to moderately hard; softer, slightly acidic water preferred\u003cbr data-start=\"4056\" data-end=\"4059\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4059\" data-end=\"4080\"\u003eAdditional Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide powerful filtration, high oxygenation and regular large water changes. Large silver-dollar type fish produce a significant waste load, so nitrate control and stable water quality are essential. Avoid cramped or poorly filtered aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"3rlnm7\" data-start=\"4328\" data-end=\"4356\"\u003eTemperament \u0026amp; Tank Mates:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4357\" data-end=\"4393\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4357\" data-end=\"4379\"\u003eAquarium Category:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-Aggressive\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4395\" data-end=\"4713\"\u003eBlackberry Silver Dollars are usually peaceful for their size, but they are fast, powerful and should only be kept with suitable companions. Good tank mates include large peaceful cichlids, larger characins, robust catfish, medium to large plecs, larger rainbowfish and other fish too large to be swallowed or bullied.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4715\" data-end=\"5091\"\u003eAvoid small tetras, rasboras, guppies, shrimp, tiny catfish, delicate long-finned fish and very aggressive cichlids that may injure them. They should be kept in a group of \u003cstrong data-start=\"4887\" data-end=\"4901\"\u003eat least 5\u003c\/strong\u003e, with \u003cstrong data-start=\"4908\" data-end=\"4921\"\u003e6 or more\u003c\/strong\u003e preferred where space allows. Seriously Fish also recommends groups of at least five and notes that much smaller fish may be eaten. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1ah6yd9\" data-start=\"5093\" data-end=\"5104\"\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5105\" data-end=\"5566\"\u003eBlackberry Silver Dollars are mainly herbivorous to omnivorous and need a vegetable-rich diet. Offer spirulina flakes, algae wafers, vegetable-based pellets, large quality flakes and herbivore sticks as staple foods. Supplement with blanched courgette, spinach, peas, romaine lettuce and other suitable greens. They will also accept some protein foods such as bloodworm, brineshrimp, krill, chopped mussel or prawn, but meaty foods should not dominate the diet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5568\" data-end=\"5734\"\u003eFishi-pedia describes \u003cem data-start=\"5590\" data-end=\"5613\"\u003eMyloplus schomburgkii\u003c\/em\u003e as herbivorous and recommends a varied diet including dry, fresh and frozen foods. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"2vr35r\" data-start=\"5736\" data-end=\"5765\"\u003eBehaviour in the Aquarium:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5766\" data-end=\"6100\"\u003eThis is a midwater shoaling fish that becomes nervous if kept alone or in cramped conditions. In a proper group, Blackberry Silver Dollars cruise actively through open water and often move together when startled. They can be skittish, so use a secure lid and position the aquarium where sudden movement will not constantly alarm them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"gyou4p\" data-start=\"6102\" data-end=\"6116\"\u003eCare Notes:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6117\" data-end=\"6481\"\u003ePlan for adult size from the start. This fish is often sold at a manageable juvenile size but grows into a large, strong characin with powerful teeth. FishBase warns that \u003cem data-start=\"6288\" data-end=\"6311\"\u003eMyloplus schomburgkii\u003c\/em\u003e has powerful dentition capable of causing serious bites, so care should be taken when netting, moving or hand-feeding adult fish. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6483\" data-end=\"6835\"\u003eKeep in groups, provide very strong filtration, expect plant damage and avoid mixing with small fish. Recent taxonomic revision of black-barred disk pacus means some narrow-barred fish previously sold as \u003cem data-start=\"6687\" data-end=\"6704\"\u003eM. schomburgkii\u003c\/em\u003e may actually be \u003cem data-start=\"6721\" data-end=\"6738\"\u003eMyloplus sauron\u003c\/em\u003e, so pattern and final appearance can vary between imports. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"iot6fl\" data-start=\"6837\" data-end=\"6856\"\u003eRecommended For:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6857\" data-end=\"6868\"\u003eExperienced\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1c7763y\" data-start=\"6870\" data-end=\"6886\"\u003eAvailability:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6887\" data-end=\"6951\"\u003eOccasional \/ Specialist import or farmed silver-dollar type fish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1x39ni3\" data-start=\"6953\" data-end=\"6973\"\u003eImage Disclaimer:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6974\" data-end=\"7169\"\u003eAll images are a visual representation of the fish you will receive, made to be as accurate as possible. 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