Parrot Pacu (Ossubtus xinguense)

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Parrot Pacu

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Parrot Pacu

Ossubtus xinguense

Difficulty

Challenging

Min. Tank Size

170 Litres (45 US G.)

Size

17-18 cm (6.7-7.1")

sg

Freshwater

pH

6.5 - 7.0

Temp.

22 -25 °C (71.6-77°F)

Water Hardness

5-8 °d

Stocking Ratio

2:3 M:F

Availability

Rare

Diet

Omnivore
Pellet Foods
Flake Foods
Live Foods
Other (See article)

Life Span

8-12 years

Habitat

South America

Family

Characidae




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Additional names

Parrot Pacu, Eaglebeak Pacu

Additional scientific names

Ossubtus xinguensis


Environment specifics[edit]

Needs a spacious tank with plenty of free-swimming space. Will eat live plants.

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External links[edit]

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