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Blackberry Silver Dollar
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The blackberry silver dollar, or blueberry silver dollar, is definitely the most costly and prettiest variety of the silver dollar family. Bred in Indonesia, this hybrid features a dark blue body with splashes of yellow. Just like the parent common silver dollar, the blackberry silver dollar is omnivorous and will eat just about anything.
Quick Facts
| Scientific Name | Myloplus schomburgkii (blackberry variety) |
| Origin | Amazon basin, South America (captive-bred in Indonesia) |
| Care Level | Easy |
| Temperament | Peaceful |
| Adult Size | Up to 6" |
| Lifespan | 10+ years |
| Diet | Omnivore (needs plant matter) |
| Water Temperature | 75–82°F |
| pH | 6.0–7.5 |
| Group Size | Does best in a group |
| Shipping Size | Approx. 1" |
Care Guide
Tank setup: Silver dollars are active schooling fish. Give them open swimming space, a tight lid and sturdy or artificial plants, since they eat soft plants.
Feeding: Feed a quality flake or pellet with vegetable content once or twice a day. They also enjoy vegetable foods like peas.
Tankmates: They are peaceful and get along with other medium to large fish such as larger tetras, plecos, parrots and peaceful cichlids.
Good to know: Silver dollars are a calm schooling fish that look best in a group with open swimming space.
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