Remarks: Silver Dollars tend to eat plants in aquaria, so plastic plants or hardy plants like Java Fern or Anubias should be used. Scientific Name: Metynnis lippincottianus Common Name: Spotted Silver Dollar Max Size: 6" pH: 5.0-8.0 Hardness: Soft Temperature: 70-82° Aggressiveness: Peaceful Region of Origin: South America Captive Bred or Wild: Wild Diet: Primarily vegetarian. Compatibility: Large tetras, peaceful cichlids, catfish. Tank Mate Options: Geophagus sp. Red Head Tapajos Rhino Pleco Electric Blue Acara *****Please review our Shipping and Handling FAQ prior to placing your order. It contains important information about order fulfillment time, shipping speed, and other pertinent details.*****