Remarks: The Red Breasted Chanchito (Australoheros scitulus) can tolerate a wide range of water temperatures and hardness. When happy, they develop red coloring starting at the base of the pectoral fins and running towards their anal fin. The parents of these fish were caught in Uruguay and bred in our facility. 

Scientific Name: Australoheros scitulus

Common Name: Red Breasted Chanchito

Max Size: 5"

pH: 5.0-7.5

Hardness: Soft

Temperature: 70-82°

Aggressiveness: Semi-Aggressive

Region of Origin: South America

Captive Bred or Wild: F1

Diet: Flake or pellet, frozen and live food

Compatibility: Large South American cichlids, large catfish, large plecos, large tetras

Tank Mate Options:

• Electric Blue Acara
• Tiger Oscar
• Green Terror Cichlid

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