SMALL Red Belly Piranha FRY Read Description

Red Belly Piranha fry approximately .5 to 1 inch in size

Can be kept individually or in groups of 6 or more

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Tank Size and Water Parameters:

Red belly piranhas are active swimmers and need plenty of space to move around. A single red belly piranha needs at least a 40-gallon tank, while a group of piranhas should have a tank that is at least 100 gallons or more. The water should be kept at a temperature between 74-82°F (23-28°C), with a pH between 6.0-7.5 and hardness between 2-15 dGH.

Feeding:

Red belly piranhas are carnivorous and require a diet of live or frozen meaty foods, such as shrimp, krill, fish, and small feeder fish. It's important not to overfeed them, as piranhas are prone to obesity and digestive issues. A good rule of thumb is to feed them once or twice a day, only what they can eat in a few minutes.

Tank Mates:

Red belly piranhas are best kept in a species-only tank, as they are known to be aggressive towards other fish. If you want to keep other fish with your piranhas, it's important to choose fish that are large and fast-swimming enough to avoid being attacked.

Max Size and How Many Should be Together:

Red belly piranhas can grow 8 to 12 inches (30 cm) in length, and are most comfortable in groups of at least 6 or more individuals. However, it's important to provide enough space and food for each fish in the group, as piranhas can become aggressive if they feel crowded or hungry.

Breeding Guide:

Breeding red belly piranhas can be challenging and requires a lot of preparation. It's best to start with a group of 6-8 juvenile piranhas and gradually raise the water temperature to around 80°F (27°C). The males will begin to display territorial behavior and try to establish dominance over the other fish. Once a dominant male is established, he will begin to court the females by chasing and nipping at them.

To encourage breeding, it's important to provide the fish with plenty of hiding places, such as caves or plants. Once the female is ready to lay her eggs, she will lay them in a secluded area, and the male will fertilize them. The eggs will hatch in 2-4 days, and the fry will feed on their yolk sacs for a few days before needing to be fed small live or frozen foods.