Silver Dollar Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Silver Dollar in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: intermediate
• Temperament: peaceful
• Diet: herbivore
• Minimum tank size: 180 gallons
• Compatibility: Compatible with other large, peaceful to semi-aggressive fish. Avoid keeping with very small fish that could be mistaken for food or aggressive species that might harass them.
• Special requirements: Requires a spacious tank with plenty of swimming room. Provide a diet rich in plant matter, such as blanched vegetables, spirulina flakes, and specialized herbivore pellets. Live plants may be eaten. Good filtration and regular water changes are essential due to their size and diet.

Water parameters

Temperature

75-82°F (24-28°C)

pH level

6.0-7.5

Hardness

5-15 dGH

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