Fin's Fish Guide
The Paraguay silver dollar (Poptella paraguayensis) is a freshwater fish of the family Characidae that grows up to 10 cm.
Description
The Paraguay silver dollar is a deep-bodied characin (Characidae) from fresh water of the Paraguay and Parana basins in South America. The species grows to about 10 cm and has a deep, round, strongly compressed, silvery body, like a coin. As a schooling fish it swims in rivers and streams and eats small insects, larvae, plant material and detritus. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Paraguay silver dollar?
The Paraguay silver dollar has a flattened, disc-shaped body and is mainly silver-grey.
Where does the Paraguay silver dollar live?
The Paraguay silver dollar lives in fresh water and is mostly found around mixed bottom. South America: Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay
How big does the Paraguay silver dollar get?
The Paraguay silver dollar grows to a maximum of about 10 cm.
Is the Paraguay silver dollar dangerous to humans?
No, the Paraguay silver dollar is harmless to humans. This species is harmless to humans. No specific first aid is needed. Still handle the fish with care: mind the fin rays and the sharp edges of the gill cover, and rinse any scratch with clean water and cover it. For a dirty or deep wound check tetanus status.
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Same genus Poptella
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