{"title":"Silver Dollar","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFreshwater silver dollar fish, also known as Metynnis species, are a popular choice among aquarium hobbyists due to their attractive silver coloration, round body shape, and peaceful temperament. They are a schooling fish, so it's recommended to keep them in groups of at least 6 to 8 individuals. They prefer planted aquariums with plenty of hiding places and open swimming spaces. Silver dollars are herbivores and should be fed a diet consisting of high-quality flake or pellet food, as well as fresh vegetables such as spinach, lettuce, and zucchini. These fish are relatively hardy and can tolerate a range of water parameters, but they do require clean and well-oxygenated water. They are also known to be jumpers, so a tight-fitting lid is necessary to prevent them from escaping the aquarium.\u003c\/span\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"black-berry-silver-dollar","title":"Black Berry Silver Dollar (Myleus schomburgkii ‘blackberry’)","description":"\u003cp\u003eBlack berry silver dollar \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Blackberry or Blueberry Silver Dollar is an uncommon and selectively bred color variation of the Black Bar Silver Dollar (M. schomburgkii). Originating from breeders in Asia, this unique variation is still relatively rare in the United States. Distinguishing features of this fish include a prominent blueish-black blotch that covers a significant portion of its body, along with deep red fins, creating a striking and vibrant appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese colorful and showy fish make an excellent addition to larger community aquariums. Their care requirements and behavior are similar to the more well-known Black Bar or Blue Hook Silver Dollars. They are best kept in groups and readily school with other similar species, contributing to an engaging and visually appealing display in the aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"monsteraquariumonline","offers":[{"title":"2.5-3\"","offer_id":40847451521233,"sku":"","price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"4-4.5”","offer_id":40847451554001,"sku":"","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5-6”","offer_id":42203294302417,"sku":"","price":89.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/9135\/5601\/products\/IMG_2050.heic?v=1648828840"},{"product_id":"silver-dollar","title":"Silver Dollar (Metynnis argenteus)","description":"\u003cp\u003eSilver Dollar\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Silver Dollar fish, scientifically known as Metynnis hypsauchen, is a popular freshwater fish species that is native to the rivers and streams of South America, particularly the Amazon River basin. It is named after its round, disc-like shape, which resembles a silver dollar coin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAppearance: Silver Dollar fish have a distinctive shape and coloration. They have a laterally compressed body, which gives them a disk-like appearance. They are usually silver in color, hence the name, and have a high degree of reflectivity, making them shimmer under aquarium lighting. They have a black or dark vertical stripe that runs horizontally through the center of their bodies. Their fins are usually transparent or have a slight reddish tint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize: When fully grown, Silver Dollar fish can reach an average size of about 4-6 inches (10-15 cm) in length. However, some individuals can grow slightly larger, reaching up to 8 inches (20 cm) in exceptional cases.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"monsteraquariumonline","offers":[{"title":"1-1.5”","offer_id":40893692739793,"sku":"","price":11.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/9135\/5601\/products\/IMG_2786.heic?v=1650735065"},{"product_id":"neon-greensilver-dollar","title":"Neon Green Silver Dollar(Myleus sp. ‘green’)","description":"\u003cp\u003eNeon Green Silver Dollar\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginating from the upper Rio Nanay in Peru, this particular Silver Dollar species is both rare and recently discovered. Juvenile individuals of this species exhibit a striking and vibrant iridescent green coloration that covers their entire body, making them easily identifiable. As they mature, the intensity of this color diminishes slightly, but adult fish still retain a distinct green hue. Male adults also develop reddish pink patches on their sides, adding further visual interest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with most Silver Dollar fish, this species prefers to be kept in groups, as they are schooling fish by nature. It is recommended to maintain them in a group for optimal well-being. Additionally, they serve as excellent and unique dither fish when placed alongside larger South or Central American Cichlids, offering an unusual and captivating visual contrast in the aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"monsteraquariumonline","offers":[{"title":"1-1.5”","offer_id":41032138948817,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/9135\/5601\/products\/image_0c8c8ff9-f472-4752-9dda-16b01f6faab8.heic?v=1655565320"},{"product_id":"red-hook-silver-dollar","title":"Red Hook Silver Dollar (Myloplus rubripinnis)","description":"\u003cp\u003eRed Hook Silver Dollar\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Red Hook Silver Dollar is a vibrant and sought-after schooling fish commonly found in the Amazon Basin of South America. Known for their stunning colors, they are a popular choice among aquarium enthusiasts. These fish thrive when kept in groups of five or more, as their schooling behavior brings out their best qualities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith their peaceful nature, Red Hook Silver Dollars serve as excellent \"dither\" fish. They can be introduced into aquariums housing large cichlids or other predatory species. Their presence not only adds visual interest but also encourages natural behavior in the larger inhabitants of the tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis species is part of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/monsteraquariumon9.com\/collections\/silver-dollar\"\u003eSilver Dollar Fish For Sale\u003c\/a\u003e selection, ideal for small tanks and easy-care freshwater setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition, these active swimmers are particularly captivating in larger aquariums. They constantly engage in rapid swimming and maintain tight schooling formations, creating a lively and dynamic display in the upper levels of the tank. Their energetic nature brings vitality to the overall aquarium environment.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"monsteraquariumonline","offers":[{"title":"3-4”","offer_id":41034951557329,"sku":"","price":32.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/9135\/5601\/products\/IMG_4579.heic?v=1655737964"},{"product_id":"wide-bar-silver-dollar-myleus-schomburgkii","title":"Wide Bar Silver Dollar ( Myleus Schomburgkii )","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eMyleus schomburgkii\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e (commonly known as the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eblack-barred silver dollar\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e) is a species of freshwater fish in the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eSerrasalmidae\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e family, closely related to pacus and piranhas. It is a popular fish in the aquarium trade due to its striking appearance and active nature.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003eBasic Information:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003eMyleus schomburgkii\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e Black-barred silver dollar, Schomburgk’s silver dollar\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eFamily:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e Serrasalmidae\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e Native to South America, specifically the Amazon and Orinoco River basins.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eDisc-shaped, laterally compressed body resembling a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003esilver dollar\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e, but larger.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eA distinct \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ethick black vertical band\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e runs across its body, sometimes accompanied by red or yellow hues near the fins.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSome variations (such as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003eMyleus schomburgkii ‘highback’\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e) have a more pronounced dorsal hump.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003eSize:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eCan grow up to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e10-12 inches (25-30 cm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e in captivity, larger in the wild.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003eBehavior \u0026amp; Temperament:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eSchooling fish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e – prefers to be in groups of at least 5 or more.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eGenerally peaceful\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e, but may become fin-nippy if kept with slow-moving, long-finned fish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eActive swimmers that need a large open space in the aquarium.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003eTank Requirements:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eTank Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e Minimum \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e125 gallons\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e for a small group, larger is better.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWater Parameters:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p5\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eTemperature: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e75-82°F (24-28°C)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p5\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003epH: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e5.5-7.5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p5\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHardness: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eSoft to moderately hard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eFiltration:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e Strong filtration and regular water changes are needed due to their high waste production.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eAquascape:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e Best kept in a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eplanted or semi-planted\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e tank with driftwood and hiding spots, though they may nibble on softer plants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003eDiet:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eOmnivorous\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e, but leans heavily towards \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eherbivory\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eEats:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p5\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eVegetables:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e Lettuce, spinach, zucchini, peas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p5\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eFruits:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e Apples, bananas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p5\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ePellets \u0026amp; Flakes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e High-quality veggie-based foods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p5\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eOccasional Protein:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e Bloodworms, shrimp, or insects in moderation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003eTank Mates:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBest with other \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003epeaceful or semi-aggressive fish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e of similar size.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eGood tank mates:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p5\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eLarger \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003etetras\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e (e.g., Congo tetras)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p5\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eOther \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eSilver Dollars\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p5\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eSeverums\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p5\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eGeophagus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e species\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p5\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eArowanas\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e (if tank size permits)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p5\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eLarger \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ecatfish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e (e.g., Plecos, Doradids)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAvoid small fish (they may be eaten) and overly aggressive species like large cichlids.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003eBreeding:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eRarely bred in home aquariums due to their large size and space requirements.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eEgg scatterers that require very specific water conditions to spawn.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003eInteresting Facts:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eOften mistaken for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eMetynnis\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e species, which are smaller and more commonly sold as silver dollars.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIn the wild, they help \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003edisperse seeds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e by consuming fruits and plants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFast swimmers that may \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ejump\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e if startled—tight-fitting lids are recommended.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"monsteraquariumonline","offers":[{"title":"3-4\"","offer_id":41097546039505,"sku":null,"price":39.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"1”-1.5”","offer_id":41512807989457,"sku":"","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/9135\/5601\/products\/image_6664cb69-2328-459a-809c-4c8677ff02c0.jpg?v=1658430717"},{"product_id":"tiger-silver-dollar","title":"Tiger Silver Dollar (Metynnis fasciatus)","description":"\u003cp\u003eTiger Silver Dollar\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Tiger or Barred Silver Dollar is a striking species known for its distinctive markings. It originates from the Rio Tocantins and other nearby rivers in Eastern Brazil. Sporting an intricate \"tiger striped\" or barred pattern and displaying iridescent coloration, this species has gained popularity in the aquarium hobby. It is now being commercially bred for trade purposes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimilar to other Silver Dollar fish, the Tiger Silver Dollar is a schooling species that thrives when kept in groups of three or more in an aquarium. Due to their large adult size and active nature, they require a spacious tank. As a noteworthy detail, this species is often chosen as a dither fish for larger predatory species or medium to large South American Cichlids.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"monsteraquariumonline","offers":[{"title":"1.25”","offer_id":41535644795089,"sku":null,"price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"2\"","offer_id":41300069843153,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"6-7”","offer_id":42265925026001,"sku":"","price":120.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/9135\/5601\/products\/image_3815eabb-d8d7-4d71-8cfd-26b08b32d40a.jpg?v=1667167349"},{"product_id":"spotted-silver-dollar-metynnis-lippincottianus","title":"Spotted Silver Dollar (Metynnis Lippincottianus)","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpotted Silver Dollar (Metynnis Lippincottianus)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Spotted Silver Dollar (Metynnis lippincottianus) is a peaceful, schooling freshwater fish native to the rivers of South America. Known for its round, silvery body adorned with distinctive black spots, this species closely resembles the shape of a coin, which is how it gets its name. They thrive in well-planted aquariums with plenty of swimming space and are herbivorous, preferring a diet rich in plant matter. Spotted Silver Dollars are popular in community tanks due to their calm demeanor and striking appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"monsteraquariumonline","offers":[{"title":"2”","offer_id":42282942595281,"sku":null,"price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/9135\/5601\/files\/IMG-0015.heic?v=1726788973"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.monsteraquariumonline.com\/collections\/silver-dollar.oembed","provider":"monsteraquariumonline","version":"1.0","type":"link"}