Spotted Silver Dollar
The Spotted Silver Dollar (Metynnis lippincottianus) is an attractive freshwater schooling fish, recognised for its rounded, silver-coloured body decorated with distinctive dark spots. Its shimmering appearance and active swimming behaviour make it a beautiful addition to larger community aquariums.
Native to South America, Spotted Silver Dollars are peaceful, social fish that prefer to be kept in groups. They are active swimmers and appreciate spacious aquariums with open swimming areas, good filtration and plenty of room to move.
Care Guide
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Scientific Name: Metynnis lippincottianus
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Common Name: Spotted Silver Dollar
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Origin: South America
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Temperament: Peaceful, schooling
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Diet: Omnivore, with a strong preference for plant-based foods
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Care Level: Easy to Moderate
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Tank Setup: Spacious aquarium with open swimming areas and hardy plants
Recommended Water Parameters
Feeding
Spotted Silver Dollars are omnivorous fish with a strong preference for vegetable matter. Provide a varied diet of quality tropical flakes or pellets, algae wafers and vegetable-based foods. Blanched vegetables such as zucchini, spinach and peas are excellent additions. Occasional protein-rich foods can also be offered as part of a balanced diet.
Aquarium Requirements
Spotted Silver Dollars are active schooling fish and should ideally be kept in groups of at least five or six. They require a spacious aquarium with plenty of open swimming room and efficient filtration.
They may nibble on or damage delicate live plants, so choose hardy plant species or consider a planted layout with protected vegetation. Their peaceful nature makes them suitable for larger community aquariums with similarly sized, non-aggressive tank mates.
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