
Kissing prochilodus
Semaprochilodus insignis
Neptune’s rating:
66- Aggression LevelVery Peaceful
- Breeding AggressionSlightly More Aggressive
- Conservation StatusLeast Concern
- DifficultyModerate
- HardinessModerate
- Length6.0 - 10.0 cm
- Liters per Fish100 L
- Maintenance LevelModerate Maintenance
- pH6.0 - 7.5
- PopularityPopular
- RarityUncommon
- Minimum School Size6
- Tank HabitatSurface Dweller, Mid-tank Dweller, Bottom Dweller
- Temperature25.0 - 28.0 °C
- Territorial BehaviourMildly Territorial
Please note: These values are based on the average of various confirmed sources.
More about Kissing prochilodus
The Kissing Prochilodus is a freshwater fish notable for its striking appearance, characterized by a primarily silver body complemented with hints of pink and green iridescence, especially around the gill area. It originates from South American rivers, thriving in the Amazon Basin. The fish has a noteworthy feature; its mouth appears to be puckered, similar to the more commonly known Kissing Gourami, but it belongs to a different family. Though not as famous in the aquarium hobby as some other species, its unique appearance and relatively peaceful demeanor make it a compelling choice for hobbyists looking for something less common. Its size and the need for a sizeable aquarium may limit its popularity among enthusiasts with smaller setups.