Pink Tail Chalceus

This South American Oddball is a hardy, large, schooling fish with a beautiful pink tail. It is perfect for large tanks. These wild South American fish are a schooling fish that many feel belong to the tetra family, and though expensive, the pink tail chalceus does live long and will be gentle with other pet fish, except small species. These fish are predators and will eat small neons and similar species. These are great fish to add to larger species tanks and cichlid tanks.

Quick Facts

Care Guide

Tank setup: Chalceus are fast, active swimmers and strong jumpers. Give them open swimming space, good filtration and a tight-fitting lid.

Feeding: Feed a quality pellet or flake once or twice a day. They also enjoy frozen foods like shrimp and bloodworms.

Tankmates: They are peaceful with fish their size but will eat small fish like neon tetras. Keep them with larger fish and cichlids.

Good to know: Pink tail chalceus have large, shiny scales and a bright pink tail that stands out in a group.