Silver Dollar and Similar Species
Metynnis argenteus
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Spotted Silver Dollar
Metynnis maculatus
Key differences: M. maculatus typically has distinct dark spots scattered across its body, which are absent or very faint in M. argenteus. The body shape of M. maculatus can also be slightly more oval than the almost perfectly round M. argenteus.
Striped Silver Dollar
Metynnis fasciatus
Key differences: M. fasciatus is characterized by several prominent vertical dark bands on its body, which are completely absent in M. argenteus.
Red-hook Silver Dollar
Myleus rubripinnis
Key differences: While also disc-shaped and silvery, Myleus rubripinnis typically has a more elongated body profile, a more pronounced red coloration on its fins (especially the anal fin), and often a distinct black spot near the caudal peduncle. Its mouth is also more terminal.
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