Disk Tetra, also known as Disk Pacu, Black-ear Pacu, Black-band Myleus, or Black-barred Myleus, is a species of serrasalmid.
This fish has a black stripe on its side and is found in rivers throughout Brazil, Peru, Venezuela, and possibly Suriname.
Disk Tetras have strong teeth that can cause painful bites.
Disk Tetra Interesting Facts
- Disk Tetra is native to South America, found in Amazon and Orinoco River basins.
- Ideal water conditions: water temperature between 73.4°F to 80.6°F (23°C to 27°C), pH levels from 5.0 to 7.0, and water hardness up to 10 dH.
- This fish grows up to 42 centimeters in length.
- It reproduces by laying eggs (oviparous).
Disk Tetra Habitat
Disk Tetra is found in South America, mainly in the middle and lower Amazon River basin, Nanay River, upper Orinoco River basin, and possibly Suriname.
It lives in freshwater environments and prefers to swim near the bottom (benthopelagic).
The ideal water conditions for this fish include a pH level ranging from 5.0 to 7.0, water temperature between 73.4°F to 80.6°F (23°C to 27°C), and water hardness (dH) up to 10.
This tropical fish thrives in slightly acidic waters with warm temperatures.
| Water Temperature: | 73.4°F to 80.6°F (23°C to 27°C) |
| Water pH: | 5.0 to 7.0 pH |
| Water Hardness: | Unknown |
Disk Tetra Physical Characteristics
Size: 16.5 inches (42.0 centimeters)
Disk Tetra grows up to a maximum length of 16.5 inches (42.0 centimeters).
Disk Tetra Reproduction
Disk Tetra reproduces by laying eggs, which is known as being oviparous.
Disk Tetra Scientific Classification
| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Chordata |
| Class: | Actinopterygii |
| Order: | Characiformes |
| Family: | Serrasalmidae |
| Genus: | Myloplus |
| Scientific Name: | Myleus schomburgkii |
| Also Known As: | Disk Tetra, Disk Pacu, Black-ear Pacu, Black-band Myleus, Black-barred Myleus |
| Conservation Status: | Unknown |